Jewellery
In Greek mythology, when Pandora opened her box it unleashed misery and evil in the world. The same might be argued for our modern-day jewellery boxes. Mining for diamonds and other jewels is often associated with dangerous working conditions, massive environmental impacts and financing conflict. The strangest thing is that all this negative impact is entirely unnecessary. Lab-grown diamonds are identical to those dug up from the earth and much more sustainable. Finally, the industry – and the customers it serves – seems to be waking up to this, with Danish jewellery manufacturer Pandora launching its first lab-grown, carbon neutral collection.
— Wayne Visser
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