Get your sh*t together
A series educating on how we can all get our collective.. well, sh*t together for a more sustainable planet.
Hey there. It’s us again, with our second edition of Get Your Sh*t Together.
You know that sustainable lifestyle habits begin at home. And there is no better place to focus on than the kitchen, where (let’s be honest) people spend most of our time.
Move aside, Marie Kondo! It’s time to step it up a notch. Take your healthy home habits one step further with this list of eco-friendly kitchen ideas :
1. Save the Date
We love this idea for a
fridge triage box. Help yourself and your family members remember which products are expiring first to avoid food waste and cut down on unnecessary grocery spending.
2. Lay it, Don’t Spray it
In the age-old
debate between handwashing vs. dishwashing, the dishwasher has come out on top! So, lay those dishes down on the rack guilt-free. Place that silverware in the caddy with pride. Bonus points if your dishwasher is Energy Star rated and has an “eco” setting designed to save water. To help ensure the low-water option is effective, scrub your dishes quickly with a reusable cloth or scrubber, and kiss your single-use sponge goodbye.
4. Jars (and Bags) for Days
Plastic wrapped produce and bulk items have become the gold standard in today’s grocery stores (we see you,
Trader Joe’s). But why, when plastic is so harmful? Put an end to it today! Invest in a bulk pack of mason jars for less than $20 (or ask your granny for the old ones in her basement). Take them with you to fill with goods like oatmeal, rice, and dried nuts. Instead of putting that produce in a plastic bag, invest in reusable cloth bags that – BONUS – also make a fashion statement.
6. Grow Your Own Herbs
Remember Chia Pets? Well, growing your own windowsill herb garden is just as easy, but tastier. Save money, eliminate plastic wrapping, and ensure you have fresh herbs all year long. Rosemary, parsley, cilantro, and thyme are easy plants to start with. Add brightness and flavor to your kitchen, and give yourself two green thumbs up! 
In the game of living a truly clean lifestyle, a little goes a long way. Have some other kitchen-friendly eco tips? Share in the comment section below!
In the game of living a truly clean lifestyle, a little goes a long way. Have some other kitchen-friendly eco tips? Share in the comment section below!
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March 17, 2021
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