UK laundry start-up Oxwash is looking to revolutionise the way people do their washing. Using technology that reduces carbon and a fleet of electric cargo bikes to pick up people’s loads, Oxwash is tapping energy-wary consumers who are looking for sustainable services.

With a renewed interest in safety and preparedness, more Americans are looking into investing in solar power for their homes. The pandemic created a feeling of uncertainty and fear for many, and they’re eager to safeguard against any future incidents.

Retailers’ sustainability initiatives show that shoppers don’t just want cheap, fast fashion – ethical and eco-savvy values are important too. But are visibly mended sweaters and ‘sneaker cleaning’ services just an updated version of the ‘It bag’, or are people ready to adopt low-impact lifestyles?

Dripping with diamonds might once have been the ultimate status symbol, but these days buying organic is equally likely to win you prestige. Canvas8 spoke with Elizabeth Currid-Halkett, a consumer economy expert, to understand how markers of social status in America are currently evolving.