OK, so I came across this article the other day: Schick’s eco razor is coined (by Schick) ‘the most sustainably produced disposable razor and associated packaging.”

While the way it’s produced is “green (handle is 100% recycle plastic, package composed of 100% post-consumer paper)… IT’S STILL DISPOSABLE!  Meaning, after someone’s finished using the product 4-5 times… guess where it goes. That’s right, the trash. And a landfill. And it won’t break down easily.

As I commend companies taking steps in the right direction, shouldn’t Schick focus on sustainable non-disposable razors? Nice try Schick: This definitely isn’t the first greenwashing ploy, and it won’t be the last…

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Julie Hancher is the co-founder and Executive Director of Green Philly, an independent media organization making sustainability accessible, affordable and actionable. Since launching Green Philly in 2008, she has grown it from a passion project into a leading voice for local climate storytelling, pairing impactful journalism with community events and experiences. Julie is a frequent speaker on climate, media innovation and the future of local journalism, and is the creator of SustainPHL and EcoFair. Outside of Green Philly, you can find her hiking, biking, traveling, or exploring Philadelphia. View all posts by Julie Hancher