With extreme weather events taking place all around the world, global warming and the effects of climate change are becoming more clear as each day passes. Though it’s fair to say a considerable amount of the pollution affecting the planet is coming from larger corporations rather than individual consumers, it is possible for you to make a beneficial difference in your lifestyle to be more environmentally friendly and reduce your carbon footprint at the same time.
There are several simple switches that you can make around your home which can help you to rebuild your relationship with Mother Nature, and it needn’t be difficult for you to get started today. So, if you would like to find out more, then read on to uncover some of the best eco-friendly tips and tricks that you can make the most of now!
In The Kitchen
Your kitchen is likely to be one of the most regularly used rooms inside your home, warranting the largest monthly spend to keep your cupboards and fridge fully stocked. Unfortunately, you may be unknowingly contributing towards a mass of pollution and general disrespect for the planet and its inhabitants, so it’s vital that you can start making a few changes today.
In recent years it’s become clear that eating meat is one of the worst acts an individual consumer can take part in with regards to the planet, as animal agriculture is now known to cause more greenhouse gases than all modes of transport combined. Cutting meat from your diet can reduce your carbon footprint dramatically, and you can even take it one step further by getting rid of all animal products to go fully vegan as I did in 2019.
A plant-based diet will require considerably less water and energy to sustain, and you’ll be saving a few furry friends in the process. There are several common kitchen ingredients which are having a very negative effect on the earth and its inhabitants, regularly found in snacks and more ‘processed’ goods, such as palm oil. Palm oil manufacturers are cutting down dense rainforests to accommodate increasing demand, decimating any local wildlife in the process. Luckily, lots of palm oil-free alternatives exist on the market to help you avoid finding such monstrosities.
In The Bathroom
You may not initially expect your bathroom to be a place of waste and pollution, but it’s likely that you can benefit from several eco-friendly changes that are fairly simple to complete. Establishing an eco conscious bathroom takes a little dedication, as it’s more based around the actions that you take when using the space.
Leaving the tap running when brushing your teeth, having your shower on full blast and using the full flush of your toilet can cause you to use (or more specifically, waste) an enormous amount of water every month. Making the conscious decision to reduce your water use will benefit both the planet and your bank balance, so it’s a win-win situation. Opting for plant-based hygiene and self-care products that don’t contain nasty ingredients such as SLS or microplastics will further improve your relationship with the natural world!
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