With climate change being in the spotlight right now (and rightly so), it only makes sense that we try to make small changes to our own lifestyle and the products we buy (and use) on a day to day basis. It may sound confusing and a bit complicated when it comes to implementing an eco-friendly lifestyle, but this isn't always the case. In fact, there are many ways you can make a positive impact on the environment as you try to live a more sustainable and less wasteful life.
Start your own journey with a these three super simple ways for living a more eco-friendly lifestyle.
Start your own journey with a these three super simple ways for living a more eco-friendly lifestyle.
3 Easy Ways to Start Living A More Eco Friendly Life
1. Grow Your Own Herbs & Vegetables
The myth is you need a lot of space to grow your own herbs and vegetables, but honestly, depending on what you want to grow, you don't need much space at all. There are plenty of herbs and vegetables that grow well in pots: tomatoes, beans and spinach, just to name a few. And if you truly have no space, consider a communal vegetable garden! Lots of cities and towns co-op space where you can grow your own.
Before you jump in with both feet, take your time to do your research to give you the best chance of succeeding. Whether you chose to grow outdoors, inside a greenhouse or if you decide you would like to add some new plants to your garden, look for equipment such as https://thehippiehouse.com.au/collections/propagation-heat-mats to give your plants the best start.
Before you jump in with both feet, take your time to do your research to give you the best chance of succeeding. Whether you chose to grow outdoors, inside a greenhouse or if you decide you would like to add some new plants to your garden, look for equipment such as https://thehippiehouse.com.au/collections/propagation-heat-mats to give your plants the best start.
  Hydroponics Grow System, amazon.com (click to shop) |
  9 Herb Windowsill Garden, amazon.com (click to shop) |
2. Reduce Plastic Usage
It may seem as if jumping on the 'no more plastic' bandwagon is what millennials do to be hip, but reducing your plastic usage is the best way to start living a more eco-friendly lifestyle. A simple way to do this is to avoid purchasing products with excessive packaging. Instead, invest in reusable grocery bags, water bottles and travel mugs (most coffee shops will refill them with no problem). Build a collection of good quality reusable storage containers for leftovers and for your pantry. Reusable straws are also handy to have.
Purchase products with a longer shelf life in bulk and in warehouse club sizes (think rice, peanut butter and laundry detergent) to cut back on frequent repurchasing. Try to look for products in sustainable packaging, and always be sure to recycle.
Purchase products with a longer shelf life in bulk and in warehouse club sizes (think rice, peanut butter and laundry detergent) to cut back on frequent repurchasing. Try to look for products in sustainable packaging, and always be sure to recycle.
  12 Pack Bamboo Tooth Brushes, amazon.com (click to shop) |
  16 Pack Reusable Straws, amazon.com (click to shop) |
3. Cut Down On Emissions
If you can, try to leave the car at home a little more often. Just using the car for one journey less a week can have a huge impact on your carbon footprint. According to the Center for Climate and Energy Solutions, burning just one gallon of gasoline creates about 20 pounds of CO2—which means the average vehicle creates roughly 6 to 9 tons of CO2 each year. Try walking or riding your bike instead for those extra health benefits. If it's an options, consider carpooling or taking your company's shuttle to the office, too.
What are you doing to live a more eco-friendly life? Let us know in the comments below.
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