There is a large subset within popular culture that emphasizes being more "sustainable." We hear influencers talking all high and mighty about how they minimize their environmental impacts, and this can seem like a daunting class. Many switches that are pushed onto us by the media are very unattainable and can make for a non-permanent change in our habits. Rather than make a bunch of big lifestyle changes at once, here are ten easy switches that anyone can make to start on the path of being more sustainable.
1) Slow Down Your Intake of Fast Fashion
Whether this means shopping from second-hand stores or from companies that use organic materials.
2) Donate Old Clothes
A large portion of waste in landfills comes from old clothing By opting to donate this allows other people to shop more ethically while also limiting garbage.
3) Use Reusable Water Bottles
This is one we have all heard. Stop buying those plastic water bottles and just bring your own personal bottle around.
4) Use Reusable Bags
This doesn't have to be some fancy brand of reusable grocery bag. Your old backpack can operate as a shopping bag.
5) Limit Use of Disposable Goods
This can be as small always using metal silverware rather than plastic, or using reusable plates rather than paper plates.
6) Recycle Wherever Possible
Rather than just recycling cans or boxes, you can make a specific effort to learn the rules of recycling and minimize your garbage output.
7) Opt To Go Paperless
Rather than buying a physical newspaper choose to read it online. Or maybe this means taking the extra second to get an email receipt rather than a paper copy.
8) Use Cars Less
Rather than driving yourself around, public transport or walking is a great option. Carpooling with friends can also minimize the environmental impacts of cars.
9) Limit Water Usage
Try timing showers to make them shorter or more efficient. Maybe try washing your face in the shower rather than running the tap.
10) Switch To Non-Dairy Milks
A switch to a plant-based lifestyle can be difficult. By starting with small changes such as with milk, it can start creating new habits.
A switch to a lifestyle that is more environmentally friendly is not an easy one. With the world we live in, we as consumers must create a specific effort to be more eco-friendly. These changes do not have to be overnight. Every small change is one step forward towards making our planet a healthier place.
