Earth Day is coming up, which has a lot of people thinking about what they can do to become a bit more eco-friendly.
Truth is, there are actually tons of simple upgrades you can make within your life to help out the environment, and they’re things that you can use all year long, not just around Earth Day!
That’s why today we’re sharing some easy upgrades you can make to your home that are totally eco-friendly, and just flat out awesome!
Skoy Cloth
The first product that is such a simple solution to cut down on waste in your home are reusable cloths from Skoy. These cloths take the place of paper towels and mildewy sponges and rags. Not to mention they come in fun colors! One cloth is said to outlast 15 rolls of paper towels, and you can toss them right in the washer to be cleaned. They are great multi-use cloths that are both biodegradable and compostable. A 4-pack of cloths retails at just $7.99.
Skoy Scrub
Another great product from Skoy is the reusable scrub. This scrub is made from cotton and a non-toxic hardener, and will outlast your traditional scrubber, which in turn will cut down on waste in your home. They come in pretty colors and patterns, so you won’t have to worry about an ugly eyesore on your countertop or sink. These scrubs work well on most surfaces, and can be easily cleaned on the top rack of your dishwasher. A 2-pack of scrubs retails at $6.99.
Skoy Towel
Our last product from Skoy on this list is the designer drying towel, perfect for drying dishes (and hands!). These towels are made of 100% recycled polyester, and are super absorbent and soft to touch! These towels can help you to polish surfaces without using any harmful chemicals or cleaning products, and they can be easily cleaned in the washer and dryer. The towel retails at $12.99.
Zip Top Silicone Sealable Containers
Cutting down on plastic waste in your home has never been easier, with so many alternative options nowadays. One of those options are silicone sealable containers from Zip Top. These containers stand up on their own, stay open when you need them to, and zip right shut when it’s time to store. You don’t have to worry about losing or cracking tupperware lids with these, since they are silicone and one-piece. Additionally, they are food-grade, microwave, dishwasher and freezer safe! You can get a full-set of 8 pieces of different shapes and sizes for $89.99.
Nebia By Moen Showerhead
Have you ever thought about how much water you use while showering? Chances are, it’s a lot. The Nebia by Moen shower head is designed to cut down on the amount of water that is used, while giving you a spa shower experience. The system is designed to provide more pressure while doubling the water coverage of traditional shower heads. The system offers both Rainshower and Handshower options that can be used alone, or together. The shower head system runs for $396.90
HydroFlask Water Bottle
If you’re someone who does their best to drink water and stay hydrated, you’ve probably been guilty at some point or another of using a lot of plastic water bottles. Having a reusable water bottle can help cut down on this waste immensely. One popular water bottle is the HydroFlask, which have a sleek design and are super popular among the young crowd nowadays. Additionally, they are made the keep your cold drinks cold for hours at a time! Depending on the size you’re looking for will determine the price. On average they’ll run around $41.
Baggu Reusable Grocery Bags
Though many states are working to ban plastic grocery bags in an effort to cut down waste, we can still hold ourselves accountable. One way to do that is by using reusable grocery bags! Baggu has some incredibly adorable reusable bags, with tons of solid colors and prints to choose from. The bags hold up to 50 pounds, are machine washable and fold up for easy storage. You can buy the bags individually, or buy a set of three for $36.
Reusable Batteries
You may not realize it, but battery waste can be controlled! When you think about it, there’s so many things in our homes that require batteries – remotes, security cameras, children’s toys, video games, the list goes on. And let’s be honest, sometimes batteries can get pretty pricey. Luckily, in this day and age there are alternatives to help us not only cut down on waste, but save money too. These rechargeable batteries can be recharged 1000 times with only minimal power loss – imagine the money you’ll save! And, when you’re done with them, they can be recycled! Depending on the amount and type of batteries you get will determine the price, but on average the cost of batteries and a charger is around $41.
Stainless Steel Drinking Straws
Straws are another product that many restaurants, retailers, etc. are working to cut down on. While some places have cut straws out completely, others are opting for paper straws. As we know, straws can end up being really harmful to the environment, but some of us just really enjoy drinking out of a straw. Good news, you don’t have to totally do away with straws! There are tons of reusable straws out there, that are even travel friendly – like these stainless steel straws! They work great paired with your tumbler cups, and are small enough to take on the go. A set of 4, with a brush to help clean them, goes for just $5.89.
Reusable K-Cups
Next, let’s talk about coffee. For many people, a day without coffee is equivalent to spending a day in hell. And for those who try to save money and not spend their life savings at Starbucks, k-cup waste can build up. However, this can be fixed with reusable k-cups. They work just like regular k-cups, but you fill the cup with coffee grounds yourself. The benefit of these cups are beyond controlling waste, but you’ll save money by buying grounds or beans rather than k-cups, AND you’ll likely have more coffee options when buying your grounds or beans, as not every type of coffee comes in k-cup form! This pack of 4 k-cups goes for just $9.95.
Consider Energy Conserving Upgrades
If you want to make your home greener and more eco-friendly, conserving energy should be high on your list of priorities. Better insulation and using a smart thermostat are two things that’ll have a big impact on how much energy you retain and how much you’re able to restrict your energy consumption. Things like roof replacement projects can also help keep more heat in the home and stop it escaping if you’re looking to make bigger changes.
So there you have it! These are just a few easy upgrades you can make in your home to cut down on waste and become a more eco-friendly household.
Also, your transformation to a more eco-friendly lifestyle doesn’t have to stop at just your household. There are also tons of ways to incorporate living a greener lifestyle through clothing, beauty products, food and more as well.
In the end, every little change helps in the long run to a healthier, cleaner environment!
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