The Goods
Related Articles
Little actions have the potential for big impact. Check out some of our tips and tricks for practicing eco-mindfulness.
Related Articles
Instead of: Single-use plastic bottles
Try: Reusable water bottles
Summer is coming and so are hikes, boating adventures, and park days. Stay hydrated with a trusty stainless steel water bottle and all the benefits that come with it: Durability and long-lasting temperature holding.
Brands we love: Hydro Flask
Related Articles
Instead of: Single-use plastic food bags
Try: Reusable snack bags
Single-use plastics, be gone. From work lunches al desko to meal prep Sundays, reusable bags are easy to store and clean. Look for ones made with food-grade silicone.
Brands we love: Stashers, Mepal
Related Articles
Instead of: Single-use shopping bags
Try: Reusable shopping bags
Keep a few in your car for whenever you’re running errands.
Brands we love: epqd, Baggu
Related Articles
Instead of: Paper towels or napkins
Try: Fabric napkins
Not only does switching from paper napkins to cloth ones cut down on paper use, it’s also a fun way to add some fun accessories to your kitchen. Find colors and patterns that match your style aesthetic.
Related Articles
Instead of: Buying a new package of herbs each time a recipe calls for them
Try: Keeping a little herb garden
We’ve all been there; a recipe calls for a few sprigs of rosemary, and we end up buying a whole pack just to toss it a few days later, plastic packaging included. Utilize a sunny window in your home and keep a few herbs growing for whenever you need them.
Brands we love: The Plant Good Seed Company
Related Articles
Instead of: Conventional cleaning products
Try: Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Keep an eye out for cleaning supplies that use natural ingredients and recyclable packaging; they’re a lot more earth-friendly and introduce less harsh chemicals into your home. Pro-tip: Replace your fabric softener with distilled white vinegar!
Brands we love: ECOS, Seventh Generation, Attitude
Related Articles
Instead of: Tossing food waste in the garbage
Try: Composting
If you’ve never tried composting at home, it can be a bit intimidating. Compost liners help keep kitchen bins clean, and make removal a breeze.
Brands we love: BioBag, Repurpose
Related Articles
Instead of: Conventional soaps
Try: Earth-friendly shampoos, soaps, and beauty items
Keep an eye out for sustainably sourced ingredients and eco-conscious packaging! Shampoo and body wash bars are great for cutting down on those single-use plastic bottles.
Brands we love: Moon Valley Organic, Foamie, Attitude
Related Articles
And when you can: buy local and buy organic
Imagine all the packaging and fuel that’s used to ship products and goods from all over the world. Buying locally made or locally grown products cuts down those food miles and the carbon emissions that come with it. Buying organic produce is also a great way to support the environment. In non-organic farming, potentially harmful pesticides and fertilizers may be used and could spread to nearby areas via water runoff. So when you can, look for produce that’s both local AND organic, but if that’s not available, reach next for local produce, and then organic.
Pro-tip: You know those little stickers on fruits and veggies at the grocery store, with the numbers on them? If that number starts with a 9, it’s organic!