Are you ready for some trash talk? Forget the big game–today we’re talking about how to live a low-waste lifestyle. If you’re ready to take the plunge into low-waste living but need some easy ways to make it happen, we’ve got the info you need. Now let’s talk trash!
How To Have A Low-Waste Lifestyle Home
A low-waste lifestyle is just like it sounds–low-waste. It all centers on the environment. Namely, lessening your footprint by contributing less waste to the landfill. A low-waste home is one that is serious about leaving less trash behind. How can you have a low-waste home?
One easy change anyone can make is to start recycling. Everything that can be recycled should! What are the things you should never toss in the trash?
- Plastic bottles, milk jugs, etc.
- Cardboard boxes of any kind
- Glass
- Paper
- Metal
- Plastic grocery bags {or reuse them in a myriad of ways!}
- Poster board
Low-Waste Lifestyle Tips
Here are some easy tips to help you start low-waste living.
- Start using reusable fabric or mesh produce bags when you buy fruits and vegetables. They’re easy to use, better for the environment, and better for you!
- Carry your own reusable straw with you when you go out.
- Swap paper tissues for a few handkerchiefs. They’re simple to wash and reuse.
- Always carry a reusable water bottle.
- Try bar soaps instead of body washes–they come with less packaging.
- Support local farmer’s markets {with your reusable produce bags in hand!}.
More Low-Waste Tips
- Carry your own reusable coffee cup to your local coffee shop, to work, and everywhere else you carry coffee with you.
- Unplug electronics and small appliances when you’re not using them.
- Learn how to grow a garden and preserve the fruits and vegetables you grow.
- Walk when you can instead of driving short distances.
- Shop thrift stores and donate your own clothes when it’s time to declutter.
Even if you have kids, low-waste living is possible. Just teach them young to be thoughtful about what we leave behind.
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