3 simple sustainable tips to save money during quarantine Since most of us are self quarantining at home at this time, spending more time at home can surprisingly cost a lot more money than you think. All the activities we are doing to keep us busy can cost a lot so here are 3 really […]
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5 ways to reduce your water consumption
While we’re all at home more than we usually find ourselves, we might find that some of our monthly bills are rising, and that includes our water usage. Sometimes it can be difficult to understand the magnitude of water consumption, whereas purchasing items that don’t use plastic is a more visible and tangible experience. […]
Simple tricks for proper recycling
So, you haven’t reached your life goal of becoming 100% zero waste- and that’s OK. There are certain materials that are an inevitable part of life, so let’s do our part to make sure they are being disposed of properly. With these tricks, you’ll have a good understanding of how to recycle correctly. Know your […]
Organizing your food and kitchen for COVID-19
Chances are, you went out to your grocery store and stocked up on ingredients and food during the COVID-19 pandemic. You also might have more food and ingredients than you realize. Here are some tips to help you organize your kitchen during the pandemic: Keep the same food and ingredients together. Sort the spices, sides, […]
Household items you didn’t know were toxic
Most people think that sustainable living is solely meant to help our planet’s health when in reality, many of the non-sustainable items we use and buy every day are harming our personal health as well. Here’s a guide on what items you should avoid in your home to stay healthy and save the Earth: […]
Top 3 Companies to Buy Sustainable Furniture From
Now that sustainable furniture is becoming more and more of a common want for many people, there are thousands of websites and stores out there for people to explore and possibly buy furniture from. With so many options it can seem very overwhelming and difficult to know what companies you want to buy from, and […]
5 Must Try Zero Waste Makeup Brands
If you use makeup on a daily basis or even just for special occasions, you probably know that most makeup brands tend to have a lot of plastic packaging that ends up in the garbage. It’s pretty obvious that this is really bad for the environment, but it’s actually easy to avoid. Instead of choosing […]
Eco-friendly cleaning hacks
Now we love walking into a freshly cleaned apartment just as much as the next person but nowadays our cleaning habits are bogged down with single-use products. You have your spray bottle for glass cleaner, your spray bottle for tile cleaner, your spray bottle for granite cleaner, your squirt bottle for toilet cleaner, your container […]
How and Where to Shop for Sustainable Furniture
Being a college student with not a lot of money can seem like a real set back when you want to buy furniture for your home, but buying furniture especially sustainable eco friendly furniture doesn’t have to hurt your wallet. The idea of buying sustainable furniture seems like something only people with a lot of […]