Karen Hensel

Oct 4, 2024 | sustonmagazine.com | Jonathan Eidse |Gabriel Arthur |Ben Blischke |Karen Hensel

Modern office work can be done just about anywhere – the pandemic taught us that – but still we continue to spend most of our time indoors. Meet two experts that are advocating a work life spent outdoors, and discover the huge benefits it can provide. By now we’ve all seen social media posts from the “digital nomads,” sitting with laptop on lap, drink in hand, and a beach paradise at their feet. ‘Good for them,’ the white-collar workers mutter from their offices. Sound familiar?

Oct 4, 2024 | sustonmagazine.com | Gabriel Arthur |Ben Blischke |Karen Hensel

Posted at October 4, 2024, 07:49h in Activities, Adventures, Participation, People The “Re-Purpose and Be Active” campaign successfully launched during the European Week of Sport 2024, encouraging the re-purposing of sporting goods across Europe. Supported by brands, the initiative promotes accessibility to sports while fostering sustainability and inclusion.

Sep 8, 2024 | sustonmagazine.com | Gabriel Arthur |Jonathan Eidse |Karen Hensel

For the average outdoor enthusiast, the European Outdoor Group (EOG) might be unheard of. But within the industry, the trade organization has been both pushing and guiding its 148 members in the transition over the last years. Suston talks to Scott Nelson, Managing Director, about the impact – and limitations – of EOG. Looking back, what are the most important parts of EOG’s work when it comes to sustainability? I’d like to point out three things in no particular order.

Sep 6, 2024 | sustonmagazine.com | Gabriel Arthur |Martina Wengenmeir |Karen Hensel

The knowledge of how to repair one’s own clothes and gear was once commonplace, but consumerism fueled by low prices have made it almost obsolete. Ben Blischke, ESG Manager in Circularity and Products, points out that while DIY repairs may not generate short-term profitability, there are many important benefits to promoting them. There’s a famous scene in The Wizard of Oz where the curtain is pulled back to reveal the great mastermind behind the whole story, much to the shock of everyone.

Sep 6, 2024 | sustonmagazine.com | Gabriel Arthur |Jonathan Eidse |Karen Hensel

Voluntourism and adventure activism are increasingly popular and controversial at the same time. We talk to experts who know what you should bear in mind to ensure that volunteering on your holiday is profitable and sustainable for the local population, nature and wildlife in the destination – while at the same time a great, genuine experience. Not just traveling, but giving something back to the country you are visiting.