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How to Have a Zero Waste Cookout

March 21, 2021March 21, 2021

7 Easy Steps to a Zero Waste Cookout Cookouts are a classic summer tradition, yet they can also produce A LOT of waste. The thing is they don’t have to produce any waste at all. If you’re interested in making your barbecue parties more sustainable, check out these easy tips on how to have a zero waste cookout. Related: How to Help Kids Have a Sustainable Summer 1. Use Natural Decorations As you’re getting ready for your cookout, you’ll probably […]

The Ultimate Guide to Zero Waste Grocery Shopping

February 28, 2021March 7, 2021

Fresh vegetables in canvas bag with text overlay How to Make Every Trip a Zero Waste Grocery Shopping Trip

Zero Waste Grocery Shopping Without Bulk Stores You’ve made great strides to reduce waste in the kitchen, but let’s be completely honest here: You’ll never have a low waste kitchen until you tackle zero waste grocery shopping. Admittedly, zero waste grocery shopping was one of the last changes I made in my journey to live a more eco-friendly life simply because it seemed so overwhelming. Grocery stores are filled with single-use plastic items. I wasn’t sure if it was even […]

The Best Zero Waste Dish Soap in 2021

February 7, 2021March 21, 2021

Dirty dishes next to sink filled with soapy water with text overlay The Best Zero Waste Dish Soap That Actually Works

Zero Waste Dish Soap: 10 Brands for Clean Dishes and a Clean World Whether you have a goal of creating a zero waste kitchen, or you’re simply trying to live a more eco-friendly life, making the switch to a zero waste dish soap is an important thing to do. Related: Easy Steps to Making a Zero Waste Kitchen Can zero waste dish soap actually get your dishes clean? Absolutely! So learn more about the best eco-friendly dish soap that you […]

Best Bamboo Electric Toothbrush Heads

January 10, 2021March 17, 2021

Bamboo toothbrushes in cup with text overlay Ditch Those Plastic Replacement Electric Heads and Choose a Bamboo Replacement Head Instead

The Best Bamboo Electric Toothbrush Heads You likely already know that one easy step in creating an eco-friendly bathroom is making the switch to a bamboo toothbrush. But what if you use an electric toothbrush? Are you stuck using those wasteful plastic heads? Not when you make the switch to bamboo electric toothbrush heads! These bamboo replacement heads work just like your regular plastic replacement heads, except you can compost the head when it reaches the end of its usefulness. […]

Best Zero Waste Makeup for Eco-Friendly Beauty

December 27, 2020March 7, 2021

Flat lay of natural makeup products with text overlay The Best Eco-Friendly Makeup Zero Waste & Plastic Free

9 Best Zero Waste Makeup Brands You love to use makeup to highlight your beauty. However, between the toxic ingredients and the incredible amount of waste left behind, you might be doing more harm than good. That’s why you should consider switching to one of these best zero waste makeup brands. Whether you want to showcase your beautiful eyes, soften your kissable lips, or smooth your gorgeous skin tone, you can find zero waste makeup that can help. Best of […]

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How to Go Zero Waste on a Budget

October 4, 2020March 14, 2021

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Easy Ways to Go Zero Waste on a Budget Going zero waste on a budget. Is it even possible? The zero waste movement has a reputation for being expensive. In a way, that’s true. If you go out and buy every zero waste item you see right away, the cost will add up quickly. But here’s the thing: there are some zero waste items you don’t need to get right away. There are also plenty of ways you can make […]

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Easy Steps to Have a Zero Waste Kitchen

August 16, 2020March 21, 2021

Modern kitchen with text overlay How to Have a Zero Waste Kitchen

Easy Steps to a Zero Waste Kitchen Kitchens produce a lot of waste. But they don’t have to. When you follow these simple steps, you’ll see just how easy it is to have the perfect zero waste kitchen in your home. Plus, don’t forget the kitchen isn’t the only room in your house you can make zero waste. You can also easily create a zero waste bathroom with these simple swaps, use these tips to put together a healthy and […]

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Zero Waste Stores in Florida

July 29, 2020March 7, 2021

A Complete List of Zero Waste Stores in Florida If you’re trying to reduce your carbon footprint and live a more eco-friendly life, shopping at a local zero waste store can help. This complete list of zero waste stores in Florida breaks down where you can shop for bulk foods, package-free products, and other eco-friendly goods. Don’t see a zero waste store where you live? That’s OK! You can get many of the products you need without all of the […]

Alternatives to Plastic for Plastic Free July

June 28, 2020March 7, 2021

Ultimate List of Alternatives to Plastic Our dependence on plastic is a major problem. Fortunately, there’s something you can do about it. The next time you finish or run out of something disposable and plastic, you can make the switch to these best alternatives to plastic. Whether you’re making the switch for Plastic Free July or you’re simply trying to reduce your plastic use, this list will take you through every area of your house one item at a time […]

Easy Ways to Reduce Waste in 2021

April 5, 2020March 21, 2021

Light blue door with text overlay 25 Foolproof Ways to Reduce Waste at Home

Foolproof Ways to Reduce Waste While working toward reducing plastic use is vitally important, it isn’t enough to tackle the waste epidemic we have around the world. Fortunately, it’s incredibly easy to reduce waste once and for all when you make these simple swaps. Why Reduce Waste? While I believe we all have a general sense that waste is out of control in our world, I think it helps to see the numbers to get an idea of just how […]