One of the biggest ways that millions of people around the world are doing their part in reducing waste at home is making the change of going green. But what does that mean exactly? In a sense, going green means using items that reduce waste that is currently destroying the earth. As of right now there are several grocery stores over in Europe who have taken it upon themselves to fight the plastic issue, and tossing out the plastic bags, making the customers use containers that are glass jars for weighting bulk items and bringing reusable bags with them when they enter the store. But how can one incorporate the green initiative at home?

Switch Out Tooth Brushes

Instead of using several plastic toothbrushes throughout the year, invest in a bamboo toothbrush. They are just as good, if not better, and they do not add to the already rampant plastic waste that is floating out in the ocean.

Reusable Water Bottle

Plastic cups are hard to dispose, and for the most part they are just going to lay in a landfill out in the open, being easy access for wild animals to grab. To combat the use of plastic cups, grab a reusable water bottle that you can find at pretty much every store. They are easy to carry with you, and there are several that are extremely stylish.

Metal Straws

Straws are used at home just as much at a restaurant, and instead of using the plastic ones get metal ones that will stand the test of time and are extremely easy to clean.

Cloth Napkin

While it might be tempting to grab a bag of napkins while you are at the store, it is actually hurting not only your wallet, but also the environment. What can you do in this case? Grab cloth napkins. Just like the metal straws and water bottle, cloth napkins are easy to clean.

Glass Jars

Instead of keeping all of your food stored in boxes that are prime real estate for bugs, rodents, and even the pets; grab glass jars. They are perfect for storing your dry goods and are sealed tighter to keep out bugs or anything else from getting it. Not only that, it is also quite aesthetically pleasing.

Package Free Soap

One of the best things I've seen in certain stores are the package free soap, because not only do they smell better and are actually healthier for you and your skin; but they are also reducing a lot of waste by not using any packaging. Best thing to invest in for you and the environment.