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Pottery is often criticized for its high energy consumption and significant CO2 emissions. While this is true, I believe it is the responsibility of potters to embrace “eco-herence”—a commitment to coherent sustainability through mindful practices and environmentally conscious habits. For instance, I use clay from The Earth Tatva, a brand that reduces natural resource mining by 45%.

In my practice, I adopt energy-efficient kiln firing techniques. I fire my kiln using electricity, which is the cleanest method in terms of CO2 and fine particle emissions compared to gas or wood firing. I also fire during off-peak hours, pack my kiln as efficiently as possible. To minimize waste, I reuse clay scraps and conserve water through a series of buckets for cleaning tools and hands.

Moreover, since I started selling my ceramics, I’ve embraced eco-friendly, recyclable packaging materials, avoiding plastic as a standard for wrapping. I often reuse a lot of packaging material, fillers and old boxes. I've consciously tried to reduce over-packing and the packaging size. I also try and choose a more neutral palate. These steps reflect my commitment to sustainable pottery.