Ethical and Mindful Wellington
Wellington is oftentimes ranked as one of the most liveable and greenest cities in the world. The city is committed to developing a sustainable eco-city. These are just a few places you can visit in Wellington to make better choices when you shop and eat. It is also worth visiting their websites to learn how each place integrates values towards ethical choices.
update date: 2021.02.27
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Nisa
Nisa is a locally made underwear shop, employing women from refugee and migrant backgrounds in Wellington. You can see the factory in action while you shop at the store, or check out their website to shop online.99 Willis Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011Website View this post on Instagram A post shared by nisa (@nisawomen) View this post on Instagram A post shared by nisa (@nisawomen)
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Good House Keeping
Good House Keeping has pretty much every eco-friendly product you can dream of. They also do mending and fixing services so that you don't have to keep throwing away broken stuff. They teach you new DIY skills for a repair job. 287 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011 View this post on Instagram A post shared by Good House Keeping (@goodhousekeeping_nz)
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Recycle Boutique
Recycle Boutique is a sustainable company that has second hand clothing. Highly recommend this shop as they have a great variety of label clothing.143 Vivian Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011Website View this post on Instagram A post shared by Recycle Boutique NZ (@recycleboutiquenz)
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Cuba Street Rainbow Crossing
Wellington is the pride-friendly capital city of New Zealand. Everyone is welcome here.
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Fix & Fogg
They make the best peanut butter in the world! You can now find their stores in the US too. They are big on reducing food waste and offer jar returns. 5 Eva Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011
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Seize
This place serves plenty of vegetarian and vegan friendly food options.117 Lambton Quay, Wellington 6011Website View this post on Instagram A post shared by seize (@seizewellington)
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Wellington Apothecary
This is a wonderful place for people looking for natural remedies. They have a great variety of plant-based skincare products, herbal teas, and tonics. Qualified herbalists are on site to assist you. 110A Cuba Street Te Aro, WellingtonWebsite View this post on Instagram A post shared by WELLINGTON APOTHECARY (@wellingtonapothecary)
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Thrift
One of the cool vintage shops that has retro vibes. You can be environmentally conscious and fashionable at the same time.162 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011Website View this post on Instagram A post shared by Thrift Vintage Store (@thrift.wellington)
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Cafe Neo
Cafe Neo has a wide range of gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan food. The staff are wonderful and friendly.132 Willis Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011
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Sustainability Trust
Sustainability Trust is a social enterprise that helps people in Wellington have healthier and sustainable living. Inside their EcoCentre is the Ecoshop that offers eco-friendly products. I bought 100% biodegradable dish cloths.They are easy to wash as well.2 Forresters Lane, Te Aro, Te Whanganui-a-Tara (Wellington) 6011
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Trade Aid
Trade Aid is a social enterprise who works with small food and craft producers around the world. They source handmade, organic, and fair trade products from parter organisations across Africa, Asia, Latin American, Palestine, and the Pacific. This is a little rhino figure I got from the shop.Technology One House Ground floor/82B Victoria Street, Wellington 6011Website