Bring your own reusable bags when you go shopping.
Bring a reusable water bottle with you when you leave the house, so you don’t have to buy bottled water when you’re out and about.
Bring a set of reusable utensils with you when you know you’ll be eating out so you can avoid using disposable chopsticks, forks, and spoons.
Invest in a reusable coffee mug or thermos to avoid using disposable coffee cups when you get your morning fix.
Say no to straws! If you really need to use a straw, invest in a reusable metal or glass straw that can be used repeatedly.
When ordering takeout, say no to styrofoam boxes and plastic utensils—ask for your food to be packed in paper bags instead.
Make an effort to buy fresh fruits and vegetables instead of packaged snacks that come wrapped in plastic film.
Buy meat and fish from the butcher counter instead of the pre-packaged section at the grocery store.
Avoid buying items like toys, clothes, books, etc., wrapped in plastic packaging—look for second-hand options instead.
If possible, avoid purchasing items that come individually wrapped in plastic, like candy bars or single-serve yogurt cups—look for larger bulk sizes that can be repackaged at home.
Use bar soap instead of liquid hand soap that comes in a plastic pump bottle—you can even find bar soap packaged in recycled paper rather than plastic wrap!
Opt for loose-leaf tea instead of tea bags which often come wrapped in plastic or contain micro-plastics that can end up in our waterways when disposed of improperly.
Buy shampoo, conditioner, soap, lotion, etc., in refillable/recyclable containers rather than disposable bottles made from virgin plastic
Look for products made from sustainable materials like bamboo or bamboo-derived rayon instead of products made from conventional plastics like polyester or nylon whenever possible
Support small businesses and companies making Eco-friendly products.