Renee Beaman

Renee is a freelance copywriter for businesses and nonprofits that advocate for sustainability, conservation, animal welfare, and health & wellness.

Her passion for the planet started while growing up in Minnesota surrounded by animals and nature. She now enjoys spending summers at the lake and winters at the ice rink with plenty of yoga, baking, and exploring with her family in between.

Renee met Mike through a mutual friend and knew writing for Bamboo Goods was the perfect fit. She loves to educate customers on sustainable choices that fit their lifestyle and has (probably) too much fun sharing her eco-friendly tips.

You can find her writing for purpose-driven businesses at cedarcreekcreativeco.com.

Grateful For Bamboo: Top 4 Changes for a Sustainable Thanksgiving Table

Family enjoying a sustainable Thanksgiving meal with bamboo

I’m a huge fan of the holidays and I’m guessing you are too! What’s the point of this big old life if not to celebrate and enjoy ourselves? Favorite meals, fun decorations, and big parties mark special times of the year and give us something to look forward to. But before you decide to decorate …

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Our 9 Favorite Sustainable Bamboo Gifts for Everyone on Your List

Giving a give wrapped in a bamboo sheet; bamboo gifts

It’s that time of year again! The holidays are coming which means more baking, tons of events, and LOTS of shopping. While gift-giving is my love language, I don’t love the amount of waste that goes along with it. Americans generate 25% more trash during the holiday season than the rest of the year. To …

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Bamboo Vases: Earth-Friendly Style and Function You’ll Love in Your Home

Bamboo vases on table

It seems every other month there’s a new home design trend we’re trying to keep up with. The farmhouse look is out, mid-century is in! Paint those cabinets white! Now gray! Now blue! Trying to keep up with changing trends is expensive, wasteful, and exhausting. Our homes are supposed to be the antidote to stress, …

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How Bamboo Can Help You Create an Eco-Friendly Kitchen

Family preparing a meal in the kitchen

We’ve all heard the phrase, the kitchen is the heart of the home. If you’ve ever hosted a gathering you know this to be true. Guests naturally gather around the kitchen island to stand near the carefully arranged snack trays. Maybe it’s the delicious smells of dinner or the warmth created from cooking, but we …

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Bamboo Flatware You’ll Want to Use Every Day: Our Top Picks

Bamboo flatware cutlery next to a bamboo cutting board

Did you know that 85% of consumers are looking to buy more sustainable products? If you’re one of them you might be wondering where you can make some changes in your own home. Look no further than your silverware drawer. By moving away from plastic or other non-renewable flatware you can have a huge impact …

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Top 6 Bamboo Cups to Make Your Next Beverage Eco-Friendly

Man drinking from a bamboo cup while looking at a mountain

Picture yourself relaxing on a lazy Sunday morning. Is your warm cup of coffee or tea within reach? Now think about your last party on the perfect summer evening. Chances are you had a drink in your hand and were toasting a celebration with friends. Visualizing your favorite moments shouldn’t be interrupted by concerns for …

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Bamboo Fishing Poles Can Bring You Even Closer to Nature

Person fishing on a boat at sunset; bamboo fishing poles

Growing up surrounded by lakes in Minnesota meant I was also surrounded by tales of fishing adventure. The monster sturgeon pulled in from Lake Superior. The massive largemouth bass that took a bite of the 20lb walleye being reeled in. And how ice fishing on the Canadian border isn’t nearly as cold as you’d think! …

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Back to College With Bamboo: Your Guide to Sustainable Dorm Living

College dorm room; back to college with sustainable bamboo

Heading off to college is a time of excitement about the possibilities ahead. It can be such a positive experience, except when it comes to the amount of trash generated by kids on campus. The average college student creates over 640 pounds of waste each year. This is surprising given that 92% of college students …

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Why Bamboo Is the Design Feature You Didn’t Know You Were Missing

Bamboo designs in living room decor features

It might seem like bamboo is trending in the design world as minimal and natural styles become more popular. But bamboo has been used in design for hundreds of years, and for good reason. Bamboo is one of the strongest natural materials out there and the smooth natural rods are easy to process into a …

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