There are a variety of common household items that you use every week – if not every day – that can be replaced with eco-friendly alternatives!
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Who doesn't like to know that they're good for the environment? Unfortunately, our planet could use some of our help. CA half the world Plastic made from 1950 to 2105 has been made for the past 13 years and only 9% has been recycled. We can make small changes to our lifestyle to save the planet. However, knowing where to start and how to make the changes you need can be difficult. There are a variety of common household items that you use every week – if not every day – that can be replaced with eco-friendly alternatives. This post is going to introduce you to some cool new sustainable items that you might not have known existed before.
1. A pack of wool dryer balls
During times when your dryer isn't doing its job and you have damp or rough clothes, dryer balls can save your life! They're also a great alternative to disposable dryer sheets as they don't create more waste in the environment.
2. Reusable utensils
If you are packing lunch for your kids at school or for yourself at work, reusable utensils are great. Never have to worry about buying plastic forks or knives again!
3. Organic cotton sheets
Yes, there are a variety of great options for leaves that are amazing to the touch while also remaining sustainable. In addition, organic cotton is grown using environmentally friendly methods. It does not contain genetically modified chemicals or pesticides.
4. An all-purpose vegetable cleaner
Obviously, you still need to clean around the house and get a grip on that nasty mess. However, there are great options such as live better that don't use harsh chemicals to get the job done. Besides, if you have young children living with you, it is better for their health too.
5. Bamboo toothbrush
Keep those teeth super clean and white while protecting the environment. The good news is that bamboo toothbrushes work the same way as plastic brushes, so you don't have to worry about quality issues after switching. The toothbrush is biodegradable and the bristles are so effective on your teeth!
6. Rechargeable batteries
Yes they exist! Batteries are made up of toxic chemicals that can be harmful to the environment. The longer you use them the better. Batteries are expensive too, so rechargeable batteries can save you money too!
7. Biodegradable garbage bags
You can find trash bags that are 100% compostable and cost half the price of regular trash bags.
8. LED light bulbs
According to energy.gov, Residential LEDs – especially products with an ENERGY STAR rating – use at least 75% less energy and last 25 times longer than incandescent lamps. They also use much less electricity, which lowers the demand for power plants. It's a win-win situation here!
9. A shower timer
A shower timer can help you keep track of how long you've been under hot water. This can help you in monitoring your time. So if you're trying to cut your water bill, there is an easy way to cut the time.
10. Reusable coffee filters
Disposable coffee filters are wasteful and result from drinking coffee every day. There are reusable organic coffee filters like Coffee base , which represent an effective alternative to disposable items.
11. 100% recycled aluminum foil
Aluminum foil is one of the most common household items. Whether you bake potatoes in the oven for large family dinners or use foil in the garden grill – it can't hurt to switch to a sustainable version.
12. Reusable food storage bag
How many plastic bags do you use per week? Guilty as charged. But now there are a multitude of options for reusable grocery bags to take with you to school, work, or the outdoors.
13. Eco-friendly hair care
There are many hair care lines that offer eco-friendly or vegan shampoo and conditioners. The result is healthier looking hair and a more environmentally friendly environment.
14. Reusable shopping bags
You've probably heard about it by now, as there are a lot of laws in the U.S. that require retailers to bill customers for plastic bags – another incentive to use reusable bags. To find a reusable bag, you can visit your local grocery store or buy online. They're often very cheap – from around 99 cents to $ 5.
