International Clean Energy Day: Is Washing Clothes Bad for The Earth?
Have you ever imagined that rising global temperatures, ozone layer destruction, climate change, sea level rise, loss of wildlife habitat, and other environmental disasters stem from the habit of washing clothes? If not, this is the article for you. Although still eclipsed by things like burning fossil fuel, the environmental cost of washing clothes with […]
Soul of Jogja – Lemari Lila
In the southern corner of Yogyakarta, about 25 minutes from the city center, stands a small adorable shop called Lemari Lila. Pable paid a visit and was welcomed by the warm and vibrant Lila Imelda Sari, the owner and designer of Lemari Lila. Our eyes were immediately drawn to the colorful clothes hanging in the […]
Weaving a Legacy – Giving Plastics a Second Chance with Robries
There’s one name in the sustainability business, particularly in the East Java region, that has become a close friend of Pable’s: Robries. Robries is an eco-business company focused on converting plastic waste into renewed goods. On a cloudy January afternoon, Pable had the opportunity to chat with the founder, Niam, and hear Robries’ story. Robries […]
Sebatsmen x Unsur: Seni, Kopi, dan Cinta pada Bumi
Unsur Kopi Surabaya menjadi rumah dari pameran seni terbaru pencipta persona Sebatsmen, Dimi. Bertajuk “Restart”, Dimi menumpahkan penggambarannya terhadap kehidupan melalui karakter signature yang ia ciptakan yaitu Sebatsmen, dari tanggal 6 Februari – 1 Maret 2026 mendatang. Pemilihan tema pameran ini bukan tanpa maksud. Restart berusaha menuangkan perasaan sense of belonging; nostalgia, pertemuan kembali, ketiadaan […]
Playble x Little Morning League : Because Sustainability Needs Hearts and Hands to Cultivate
Pable believe that whatever it is we do, we can not do it alone. So from our base at Surabaya, we pack our bags and headed to Jakarta. Inside the bags, we bring something new and exciting; Playble x Little Morning League. Started as a way to celebrate Pable’s anniversary, Playble has grew to become […]
Understanding Nature’s Palette with Tinctori
Blue is the rarest color found in nature —some even call it the phantom of color for its rarity. One source of natural dye that produces blue is a plant from the legume or bean family called indigofera tinctoria. This plant grows wild in the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia, with pea-like fruit and small […]
ATBM or Traditional Loom : A Lighthouse of Craftsmanship in the Modern Era
The development of weaving techniques over time is fascinating to follow. From the backstrap loom, often locally called the oglek or gedogan, this craft has evolved into more modern forms, with traditional handlooms (ATBM or Alat Tenun Bukan Mesin) and the modern automatic looms we know today. However, did you know that despite varying production […]
Layer by Layer: A Matrimony Between Sustainability and Art
Bangkok Art & Culture Centre is a public establishment dedicated to developing modern and contemporary art, while also serving as a learning platform for the public. Located at Pathumwan Junction in the heart of Bangkok, BACC believes that arts and culture contribute to the enrichment of both individual and communal life. People’s Gallery Emerging Creators […]
The Birth of Tailor Series: Dobby
By 2024, Pable had been on the road to a sustainable circular economy for four years. At that point, we wanted to bring innovation to our business. We hadn’t yet fully explored the potential of the Indonesian weaving industry, so we focused on that: unlocking potential while creating innovation. At that time, Pable already had […]
Pable in Livin’ Fest Surabaya by Mandiri 2025
As the culmination of its 27th anniversary celebrations, Bank Mandiri, with its sustainable initiative, Mandiri Looping for Life, held Livin’ Fest by Mandiri 2025. The event was held in major cities across Indonesia, including Jakarta, Medan, Palembang, Makassar, Balikpapan, Jayapura, Denpasar, Bandung, and Semarang, concluding with Surabaya. As the closing city, Livin’ Fest Surabaya 2025 […]