All posts by Miriam Thiemann

Shopping for EU Ecolabel products

How much extra does it cost to shop ecolabelled? You might be surprised

Shopping sustainably doesn’t have to break the bank! Indeed, it can actually save consumers money, as BEUC’s Sustainable Consumption Officer, Miriam Thiemann, explains. With more EU Ecolabel products than ever on the market, now it’s up to retailers to play...

/ 15 April 2026
Travelling by train (pictured running alongside a lake) can make for the perfect sustainable summer holiday.

Five tips for a sustainable summer holiday

With summer at our doorstep, BEUC sustainability expert Miriam Thiemann has five top tips for a sustainable summer holiday, from travelling by rail to finding the right sun protection.

/ 30 June 2025

Safe and eco-friendly period: menstrual cups to the rescue

This month, the EU Ecolabel – Europe’s trustworthy green label – introduces stronger requirements for hygiene products, writes Miriam Thiemann. We’re having a closer look at the newcomer - menstrual cups – and answer some common questions.

/ 28 September 2023