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This page was last updated and reviewed by Joy and Elise van Breda on January 10, 2025.

We’re Elise van Breda (she/her) and Joy (Dorant) van Breda (he/him) – the hearts and minds behind Somewhat Greener. Our website is a creative portfolio showcasing how science communication, design, and strategy can inspire impactful change. At Somewhat Greener, we bring sustainability and planetary stewardship to life through educational sliders, thought-provoking written pieces, dynamic illustrations, and interactive workshops. Guided by a belief in the transformative power of storytelling, we strive to bridge the gap between science and society, empowering diverse audiences to engage with the critical ecological and social challenges of our time.

Whether you’re a curious learner, a fellow educator, or a representative of an organisation or institute seeking innovative ways to communicate science, you’ll find that our work celebrates interconnectedness and creativity, offering tools and insights designed to inform and inspire. By sharing knowledge and our journey, we hope to spark meaningful conversations, build awareness, and inspire collective action for a safe and just future on the beautiful planet we all call home.

Disclaimers

Purpose and intent
The content shared on Somewhat Greener, including our website and social media channels (such as Instagram, LinkedIn, and others), is created for informational, educational, and advocacy purposes. It reflects our commitment to raising planetary awareness and deepening the understanding of social, cultural, and environmental issues while challenging the status quo and encouraging fresh perspectives on ecological and social challenges. 

While we strive for scientific accuracy, some content may be thought-provoking or activistic, intended to inspire critical thinking, advocacy, and meaningful discussions.

Representing broad and universal concepts
We acknowledge the inherent challenges and limitations in representing broad or universal concepts through visuals, maps, or written work. The complexity of condensing diverse realities into singular forms often risks excluding certain perspectives or reinforcing biases – particularly those rooted in the Eurocentric or Global North paradigms that shape many of the scientific resources available today.

While we are highly selective about the resources and visuals we rely on, we recognise that our own perspectives inherently shape the way we interpret and present information. We are committed to continually challenging these biases, fostering inclusivity, and ensuring our work reflects a diversity of lived experiences and worldviews.

This commitment applies to every aspect of our work, from our written pieces to the graphs, maps and illustrations we create. Over time, we aim for our work to evolve, textually and visually, to better represent broad or universal concepts in a way that honours the richness and complexity of global realities. We welcome feedback and dialogue to help us grow and improve in this journey.

Data interpretation, scientific integrity, and accessibility
We strive to interpret and present data, research findings, and resources with integrity and care, staying as close as possible to the science. We aim to represent conclusions accurately and responsibly. However, we recognise that the complexity of scientific concepts can make them inaccessible to some audiences. To bridge this gap, we may simplify some aspects of the science, striving to maintain the core message and validity of the original research while making it understandable to a wide variety of readers.

While every effort is made to accurately reflect the original work’s intent, we acknowledge that mistakes or misinterpretations can occur. If you believe we have misrepresented a study, resource, or conclusion in any way, we encourage you – especially if you are the original author or researcher – to contact us directly. We are committed to open dialogue, prompt review, and transparently addressing any flagged issues. By continually refining our processes, we aim to enhance our work’s reliability, clarity, and inclusivity.

User responsibility and external links
Note that your engagement with our website and social media platforms is at your own discretion. Although we take reasonable measures to ensure a secure and seamless experience, we cannot guarantee they will be entirely free from technical issues, inaccuracies, or potentially harmful elements. We encourage you to verify information independently and to inform us if you encounter errors or challenges.

Our platforms may include links to external websites or resources to enhance your understanding. Unless otherwise specified, these links do not imply endorsement of the content, services, or views provided by third parties. We do not accept responsibility for the accuracy or reliability of any external materials.

Evolving content
As our work evolves, we reserve the right to update or modify content on our website and social media channels without prior notice. For specific guidance or collaboration opportunities, please get in touch with us directly.

Thank you for engaging with Somewhat Greener! We hope our content sparks meaningful conversations, inspires action, and contributes to a safe and just future for all.

Copyrights & Permissions

The content shared on our website and social media channels – including text, images, graphics, videos, and designs – is original work and is protected by copyright from the moment of creation. All intellectual property rights remain with us unless explicitly stated otherwise.

Using our content
We welcome the use of our materials for educational and non-commercial purposes, provided the following conditions are met:

  • The source must be clearly attributed to Somewhat Greener or, where applicable, to us collectively (Elise and Joy van Breda – Somewhat Greener) or individually (Elise van Breda – Somewhat Greener, or Joy van Breda – Somewhat Greener).
  • The material is not altered, modified, or misrepresented.
  • The use does not generate commercial benefits without prior written consent.

If you wish to use our content in a way that falls outside these permissions – such as for commercial projects, significant modifications, or redistribution – you must obtain written approval beforehand. Without prior consent, users may not:

  • Reproduce, distribute, or publicly display our materials for commercial purposes.
  • Use our content as part of derivative works or adapt it in a way that changes its intent or context.
  • Embed or host our work on other platforms or websites.

Please get in touch with us if you’re unsure about appropriate use or want to discuss permissions, collaborations, or licensing. We value the ethical and responsible use of our work and look forward to helping amplify its reach.

External content and attribution
Where our work integrates external content (e.g., scientific data, maps, or visual resources), the rights to these elements remain with their original creators or organisations. We strive to provide accurate attribution and encourage users to review the terms of use associated with these third-party resources.

If you believe your copyrighted material has been used on our website or social media platforms in a way that constitutes copyright infringement, please get in touch with us and provide a written description of the copyrighted material you claim has been infringed and the location on our platforms (e.g., relevant URLs), your contact information (full name, address, phone number and email), and a statement that the information provided in your notice is accurate and that you are the copyright owner or authorised to act on the owner’s behalf. We will investigate all claims and take appropriate action where necessary, which may include removing the infringing material.

Acceptable Use Policy

This Acceptable Use Policy defines the standards for accessing and using the Somewhat Greener website and social media platforms. You agree to these rules and all applicable laws by interacting with our platforms.

We strictly prohibit the following behaviours:

  • Sharing or posting content that is abusive, defamatory, obscene, harassing, threatening, or objectionable infringes on others’ rights, including privacy and intellectual property.
  • Using our platforms to engage in illegal activities such as hacking, phishing, or distributing malware.
  • Sending spam, including unsolicited advertisements, promotional materials, or junk mail.
  • Attempting unauthorised access to restricted areas of the website or related systems.
  • Interfering with the security, performance, or integrity of the website or linked systems through harmful software or other malicious techniques.
  • Using automated tools (e.g., scraping or data mining) to collect information from our website without explicit permission.

We reserve the right to restrict or revoke access to any user who violates these terms.

We encourage you to contact us if you observe behaviour that violates these standards or experience any issues on our platforms. We take these matters seriously and will address concerns as soon as possible.

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