Ist Duschen im Dunkeln wirklich sinnvoll, um Strom zu sparen? Wofür entscheidest du dich, wenn im Supermarkt der gespritzte Granny Smith aus der Region neben dem Bioapfel aus Neuseeland liegt? Und welche Shampoo-Experimente aus der Kräuterküche kann man getrost vergessen? Vanessa Farquharsons hat ein Jahr lang jeden Tag eine ökologische Korrektur in ihrem Leben vorgenommen. Ihr Tagebuch zum Projekt „ökologisch korrekt und trotzdem sexy“ ist schonungslos - und äußerst unterhaltsam.
No one enjoys listening to self-satisfied individuals boast about their eco-friendly choices, yet many of us want to reduce our ecological footprint. With this in mind, Farquharson embarks on a personal challenge to make one green change each day for a year, exploring what is feasible and what feels extreme. She sells her car, unplugs her fridge, and even washes her hair with vinegar, while also making simpler swaps like using all-natural lip balm. Throughout this journey, she reflects on the true meaning of being green, confronting her own environmental hypocrisy and figuring out practical solutions, like where to place a compost bin in her living room. Her writing is infused with self-deprecating humor and accessible insights, offering an honest perspective on the complexities of embracing the green movement. This narrative is not a how-to guide or a pursuit of eco-chic status; rather, it’s a candid exploration of what happens when an ordinary person dives into the depths of environmentalism. Reviews highlight the entertaining and transformative nature of her journey, inspiring others to consider their own eco-friendly experiments.