9 Ways to Live a More Sustainable Lifestyle

Everything we do in our day-to-day life has an impact on the world around us.

From the food we eat to the cars we drive, everything impacts our environment.

Sustainable living reduces the Earth’s resources we use, to help protect and keep the world healthy for much longer. It is living in a way that is conscious of future generations.

Here are some helpful tips you can follow to live a more sustainable lifestyle.

1. Save energy

Save energy washing machine

Saving energy also means reducing emissions. You can save energy at home by switching off standby appliances, only using them when necessary.

2. Use reusable alternatives

Use reusable alternatives- bamboo toothbrush

Single-use products, plastics especially, end up in landfills and the ocean, causing harm to wildlife. You can prevent this by choosing to use reusable and eco-friendly alternatives.

Examples of eco-friendly alternatives for products you use every day include a reusable water bottle, reusable straws, reusable grocery bags, bamboo toothbrushes, etc.

3. Use renewable energy

solar panels

Consider powering your home using renewable energy. Replacing your petrol-fueled generator with solar panels, for instance, can help achieve this.

4. Recycle and reuse

Recycle and reuse- ways to live sustainably

Ensure you’re recycling by putting your rubbish in the correct bins. Also, try to reuse products as many times as possible before binning them.

Examples of home items you can reuse over and over are glass jars or cans, paper bags, plastic bags, clothes, towels, beddings, and broken dishes.

5. Give out unused items

Give out unused items

If you are not using a product or clothing anymore, give it out. Someone would use it and help reduce waste.

6. Save water

Save water

You can save water in your home by making some small changes. Watch how you leave the tap running when brushing your teeth or cooking. Take only the water you need when drinking or for other uses to avoid wastage.

7. Walk instead of driving

Walk instead of driving

If close enough and you are not in a hurry, walk or ride a bike to your destination instead of driving. It is better for both your health and the environment.

8. Don’t waste food

Dont waste food

If you have leftovers, don’t just throw them away. Save for a later time or even freeze them unless spoilt.

9. Wear sustainable clothes

Wear sustainable clothes

The fashion industry is one of the primary polluting industries in the world. To lessen this impact, you can shop from sustainable clothing outlets.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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