Posted on: July 10, 2020
Single use plastic is one of the biggest contributors to needless waste and one of the easiest to cut. You can start today by:
Have good reusable bags in the car and use them for all shopping – not just at the supermarket.
You don’t need it. Good quality reusable bottles filled with tap water save waste and money.
Keep reusables in your bag or glove box or, if you have the opportunity, dine-in instead. Say no to any extras you're not going to use. And if you're a party organiser set an example - opt for environmentally-friendly options (which often means nothing at all!) and ask your guests to help with the washing up!
Swap pre-packed fruit and vegetables for loose produce instead. Farmers markets and buying in bulk are also great ways to cut excess packaging and save money.
Use glass, stainless or reusable plastic containers, or alternatives such as beeswax wraps to store food and get rid of plastic wrap for good.
Are you committed to living by the 6Rs (refuse, reduce, reuse, repair, recycle and rot) but don’t have the tools or know-how to fix broken objects? If so then the volunteer-powered repair movement is something you NEED to know about!
Tips on what you can and can’t place in your kerbside recycling bin if you live in Western Australia. This back-to-basics article will help you to recycle better.
With the equivalent of one in five bags of groceries ending up in the bin, Australian households are looking for ways to end the waste. Here’s 11 simple hacks to help you get the most out of your grocery shopping!