Cut back on waste, reduce your carbon footprint, and live more
sustainably with these 100 (almost) zero-waste tips
In a perfect world, we would all be able to fit a year's worth of waste
in a mason jar. But for most of us, doing so can be immensely
intimidating or simply not feasible.
But even if you can't be perfectly zero waste, you can still have a
profound impact on our environment, climate, and health by making some
simple changes to your lifestyle and habits. Author Melanie Mannarino
shares 100 simple tips for being less wasteful in a variety of
contexts:
-At Home, with advice not only for the kitchen and food, but also
for cleaning and home organization
-Travel, from commuting to vacations
-Fashion, including finding sustainable brands and caring for your
clothing
-Community, helping you identify ways to make a broader impact
beyond your home
Beyond limiting your personal waste, learn about how you can reduce your
"unseen" waste by making more eco-friendly choices, such as purchasing
clothes with more sustainable fabrics and adopting a "Meatless Monday"
regimen to help decrease your carbon footprint.
If you're someone who wants to reduce waste in your daily life and make
a positive impact on the planet without making drastic changes in your
habits, then look no further. This highly accessible and practical guide
will have you living a greener, more sustainable life that is (almost)
zero waste in no time!
