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Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle
By following the principles of “Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle,” individuals can reduce their environmental footprint, conserve resources, and contribute to a more sustainable and environmentally friendly society. These practices not only benefit the environment but can also lead to cost savings and a more mindful and responsible way of living.
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Tips For Creating A Low/No Waste Kitchen
Typically, the largest trash can you find in your home is in the kitchen. The reason for this is because most trash is often produced from the kitchen. From food scraps to containers to spoiled food and more, there is an abundance of waste produced in this room. To help reduce the waste, there are many ways that you can work to create a low waste or no waste kitchen. 1) Avoid Plastic Bags One of the most often purchased products in a grocery store is the plastic bag. These items make life more convenient because they are a quick solution for taking food on the go. They allow you…
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Sustainable And Eco-Friendly Fashion Tips
The words “fashion” and “eco-friendly” don’t always sound like they go together. After all, how could they overlap when fashion changes every season? But there are a lot of creative ways to stay fashionable while doing good for the planet. High-Quality Classics Make classics the foundation of your wardrobe. Something you wear for five years is fundamentally more eco-friendly than something you wear for a few months. For instance, cheap winter boots tend to fall apart after just one snowy season. A trendy dress will look dated within a year at most. Thrifting Thrift stores are perfect for finding clothes that keep your carbon footprint low. No matter what a…
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Tips For Reducing “Throwaway Culture” – Repairing, Repurposing, Donating Items
In today’s society, there are too many people who participate in the “throwaway culture.” We purchase things because we think they are going to use them and then we simply throw them out. Many of us buy things and use them for a month or two and then realize there is something better out there. So, we throw the old thing away and get the newest and best thing on the market. The throwaway culture also has many of us purchasing everyday items, like straws, bags, and more. These items are only used for a day or a few minutes and then they are discarded. They are left to fill…
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Easy Zero Waste Gift Ideas
In many people’s minds, presents and consumerism are the same. You can’t separate one from the other! Actually, you can. Here are a few ways to do it. Experiences Experiences create memories that last a lifetime. Some experiences, like lessons, are useful for years to come. Dance classes Music lessons Foreign language classes Museum tickets Concert tickets Tickets to the ballet or orchestra Ziplining gift cards Massage gift cards Charitable Donations What cause does your loved one care about most? Whatever it is, there are bound to be numerous relevant non-profit organizations. Donate in your loved one’s name. Research charities before giving. Try CharityNavigator.org to peruse each charity’s financials and…
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Easy Changes You Can Make Today To Help Reduce Your Carbon Footprint
You’ve decided you want to lower your carbon footprint. But how? It can feel overwhelming—after all, you’re just one person. Reducing atmospheric carbon should be the entire world’s concern. Still, it starts with individual people doing their part. You can make a difference. Eating Changing the way you purchase and use food is one of the simplest ways to lower your carbon footprint. Eat Local Instead of heading to a chain grocery store, get your food from local sources as often as you can. While it’s true that you can’t find locally grown Pop-Tarts, you can probably find farms in your area that sell meat and produce. Search for farms…
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Tips For Reducing “Throwaway Culture” – Repairing, Repurposing, Donating Items
In today’s society, there are too many people who participate in the “throwaway culture.” We purchase things because we think they are going to use them and then we simply throw them out. Many of us buy things and use them for a month or two and then realize there is something better out there. So, we throw the old thing away and get the newest and best thing on the market. The throwaway culture also has many of us purchasing everyday items, like straws, bags, and more. These items are only used for a day or a few minutes and then they are discarded. They are left to fill…
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Ideas For Reusing And Repurposing Your Glass Jars
In order to help live more sustainably, we all need to start thinking about different ways that we can reuse and repurpose everyday items. Some of the most commonly thrown out items are glass jars and glass containers. These everyday jars hold many food and drink items, like sauces, pickles, cheeses, and more. To help protect our environment and reduce our waste, we can repurpose these jars in many unique ways. Here are some of the top do it yourself ideas for glass jars. 1) Planters One of the best ways to reuse glass jars is by turning them into planters. You can grow small flowers and kitchen herbs in…
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Tips For Creating A Low/No Waste Kitchen
Typically, the largest trash can you find in your home is in the kitchen. The reason for this is because most trash is often produced from the kitchen. From food scraps to containers to spoiled food and more, there is an abundance of waste produced in this room. To help reduce the waste, there are many ways that you can work to create a low waste or no waste kitchen. 1) Avoid Plastic Bags One of the most often purchased products in a grocery store is the plastic bag. These items make life more convenient because they are a quick solution for taking food on the go. They allow you…
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Tips For Buying Secondhand Items Online
Tips For Buying Second-Hand Items Online Research has shown that people are purchasing more second-hand items today than they did in the previous years. This tendency doesn’t only help the environment as people go about reusing and recycling various items, it is also because people are very practically looking into their investment’s additional return. It’s an economical way of shopping for new clothes, furniture, and other things. The market for second-hand items has grown stronger as online platforms establish strong and reliable avenues where buyers and sellers can easily exchange. CDs, toys, furniture, and cars are among the most popular items sold in the second-hand industry because people don’t really…
