{"id":6403,"date":"2019-06-26T20:30:56","date_gmt":"2019-06-27T03:30:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/?p=6403"},"modified":"2019-06-28T13:51:10","modified_gmt":"2019-06-28T20:51:10","slug":"7-instant-ways-to-be-more-environmentally-friendly","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/7-instant-ways-to-be-more-environmentally-friendly\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Instant Ways to Be More Environmentally Friendly"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_63 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/7-instant-ways-to-be-more-environmentally-friendly\/#Buy_Local\" title=\"Buy Local\">Buy Local<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/7-instant-ways-to-be-more-environmentally-friendly\/#Shop_In_Season\" title=\"Shop In Season\">Shop In Season<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/7-instant-ways-to-be-more-environmentally-friendly\/#Buy_Used\" title=\"Buy Used\">Buy Used<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/7-instant-ways-to-be-more-environmentally-friendly\/#Use_Reusable_Bags\" title=\"Use Reusable Bags\">Use Reusable Bags<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/7-instant-ways-to-be-more-environmentally-friendly\/#Look_for_Products_Made_with_Recycled_Packaging\" title=\"Look for Products Made with Recycled Packaging\">Look for Products Made with Recycled Packaging<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/7-instant-ways-to-be-more-environmentally-friendly\/#Use_Containers_Instead_of_Packaging\" title=\"Use Containers Instead of Packaging\">Use Containers Instead of Packaging<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/7-instant-ways-to-be-more-environmentally-friendly\/#Avoid_Pre-Washed_Prepared_Veggies\" title=\"Avoid Pre-Washed, Prepared Veggies\">Avoid Pre-Washed, Prepared Veggies<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/7-instant-ways-to-be-more-environmentally-friendly\/#Avoid_Impulse_Buying\" title=\"Avoid Impulse Buying\">Avoid Impulse Buying<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/7-instant-ways-to-be-more-environmentally-friendly\/#Shop_Less\" title=\"Shop Less\">Shop Less<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/7-instant-ways-to-be-more-environmentally-friendly\/#Try_Using_Cloth_Diapers\" title=\"Try Using Cloth Diapers\">Try Using Cloth Diapers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/7-instant-ways-to-be-more-environmentally-friendly\/#Buy_clothes_made_from_recycled_materials\" title=\"Buy clothes made from recycled materials\">Buy clothes made from recycled materials<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/7-instant-ways-to-be-more-environmentally-friendly\/#Try_wool_footwear\" title=\"Try wool footwear\">Try wool footwear<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/7-instant-ways-to-be-more-environmentally-friendly\/#Use_reusable_coffee_cups\" title=\"Use reusable coffee cups\">Use reusable coffee cups<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/7-instant-ways-to-be-more-environmentally-friendly\/#Get_a_reusable_water_bottle\" title=\"Get a reusable water bottle\">Get a reusable water bottle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/7-instant-ways-to-be-more-environmentally-friendly\/#Use_recycled_toilet_paper\" title=\"Use recycled toilet paper\">Use recycled toilet paper<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/7-instant-ways-to-be-more-environmentally-friendly\/#Get_a_biodegradable_waste_bag\" title=\"Get a biodegradable waste bag\">Get a biodegradable waste bag<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/7-instant-ways-to-be-more-environmentally-friendly\/#Use_organic_towels\" title=\"Use organic towels\">Use organic towels<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/7-instant-ways-to-be-more-environmentally-friendly\/#Use_recycled_aluminium_foil\" title=\"Use recycled aluminium foil\">Use recycled aluminium foil<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/7-instant-ways-to-be-more-environmentally-friendly\/#Get_recycled_laptops_computers_and_other_accessories\" title=\"Get recycled laptops, computers and other accessories\">Get recycled laptops, computers and other accessories<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/7-instant-ways-to-be-more-environmentally-friendly\/#Get_recycled_toys\" title=\"Get recycled toys\">Get recycled toys<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/7-instant-ways-to-be-more-environmentally-friendly\/#Use_LED_bulbs\" title=\"Use LED bulbs\">Use LED bulbs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/7-instant-ways-to-be-more-environmentally-friendly\/#Low-flow_shower_head\" title=\"Low-flow shower head\">Low-flow shower head<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/7-instant-ways-to-be-more-environmentally-friendly\/#Ditch_One-Use_Plastic_Cutlery\" title=\"Ditch One-Use Plastic Cutlery\">Ditch One-Use Plastic Cutlery<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>People often feel like they are too small to make a difference and their efforts won't help the planet. But, it\u2019s not all grim &#8211; <strong>there are ways<\/strong> to change that and turn your household into a more environmentally friendly place.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Here are some of our top tips!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6413\" src=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Shop-Environmentally.jpg\" alt=\"7 Instant Ways to Naturally Be More Environmentally Friendly_Shop Environmentally\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Shop-Environmentally.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Shop-Environmentally-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Shop-Environmentally-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Shop-Environmentally-192x96.jpg 192w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Shop-Environmentally-384x192.jpg 384w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Shop-Environmentally-561x281.jpg 561w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Shop-Environmentally-364x182.jpg 364w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Shop-Environmentally-758x379.jpg 758w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Shop-Environmentally-608x304.jpg 608w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Shop-Environmentally-313x157.jpg 313w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>How Do You Shop Environmentally Friendly?<\/h3>\n<p>One of the keys of being more environmentally friendly is to shop more environmentally friendly. This will <strong>reduce your negative effect<\/strong> on the planet. Here\u2019s how to do that:<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Buy_Local\"><\/span><strong>Buy Local<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Instead of buying packaged products shipped in from across the world, <strong>buy local products<\/strong> from nearby farms. There are several ways you are improving the environment that way. For one, the <strong>amount of gas<\/strong> that would take to bring all of the products to your supermarkets is reduced. Local <a href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/organic-farming-benefits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">organic farmers<\/a> use far less pesticides which harm the air, soil and water than the big farms. Big companies also waste a ton of natural resources. Plus, it\u2019s<strong> much healthier<\/strong> for your family.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Shop_In_Season\"><\/span><strong>Shop In Season<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>By buying stuff that\u2019s not in season, you are encouraging shipping from far destination or extreme use of preservatives which pollutes the environment. Instead, buy what\u2019s in season or buy frozen.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Buy_Used\"><\/span><strong>Buy Used<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Instead of buying new clothes, furniture and similar, long-lasting items, you should visit your local thrift or second hand store. This is <strong>great for the environment<\/strong> because the old items aren\u2019t going to end up in nature and there will be a reduced need to make and deliver new items which will save many natural resources, from materials that are used to make those items to resources it would take to deliver them.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Use_Reusable_Bags\"><\/span><strong>Use Reusable Bags<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You probably already know how bad plastic bags are, so get a few heavy-duty cloth bags and use them instead.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Look_for_Products_Made_with_Recycled_Packaging\"><\/span><strong>Look for Products Made with Recycled Packaging<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You can get many products which have used recycled packaging, just check the label.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Use_Containers_Instead_of_Packaging\"><\/span><strong>Use Containers Instead of Packaging<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When you have to buy a product in a plastic packaging, buy in bulk to make the damage smaller and then put the products in appropriate glass or metal containers.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Avoid_Pre-Washed_Prepared_Veggies\"><\/span><strong>Avoid Pre-Washed, Prepared Veggies<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While it is convenient, it produces a ton of waste that\u2019s not really necessary when you can buy the ingredients salad and chop it at home. You'll also save money!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Avoid_Impulse_Buying\"><\/span><strong>Avoid Impulse Buying<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Those candy bars and small things that seem inexpensive but are conveniently placed by the cash register aren\u2019t really going to satisfy your hunger or anything similar. So, avoid buying them. Also, avoid buying anything when if it's not already on your list.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Shop_Less\"><\/span><strong>Shop Less<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Plan to have a monthly or weekly shopping trips. You will produce less waste and save more money. You will also drive less and spend less fuel, saving the air from harmful gasses.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Try_Using_Cloth_Diapers\"><\/span><strong>Try Using Cloth Diapers<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Plastic diapers are more convenient but cloth ones are more environmentally friendly.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6416\" src=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_-7-Ways.jpg\" alt=\"7 Instant Ways to Naturally Be More Environmentally Friendly_ 7 Ways\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_-7-Ways.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_-7-Ways-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_-7-Ways-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_-7-Ways-192x96.jpg 192w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_-7-Ways-384x192.jpg 384w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_-7-Ways-561x281.jpg 561w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_-7-Ways-364x182.jpg 364w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_-7-Ways-758x379.jpg 758w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_-7-Ways-608x304.jpg 608w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_-7-Ways-313x157.jpg 313w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Top 7 Ways to Be Environmentally Aware<\/h3>\n<p>Whether you want to go green because of the environment or your own wallet, it\u2019s a good idea. Every step you take, saves the world a little bit more. So, in that spirit, here are some tips on how to be more eco-friendly.<\/p>\n<p><strong>1. Turn off your appliances<\/strong> &#8211; Energy conservation is one of the best things you can do and the easiest step, really. Don\u2019t leave anything electric on standby if you don\u2019t need it. Your energy bills will thank you!<\/p>\n<p><strong>2. Invest in more eco-friendly tech<\/strong> &#8211; A step further would be to get energy-efficient appliances and tech which will make you spend less energy and reducing energy output, making your impact on the environment and your bills smaller.<\/p>\n<p><strong>3. Go to renewables<\/strong> &#8211; Change your energy supplier to a renewable one and your bills will be lower as well as your impact on the environment.<\/p>\n<p><strong>4. Eat less meat<\/strong> &#8211; Being more eco-friendly also means eating less meat because it can have a significant impact on your carbon footprint.<\/p>\n<p><strong>5. Don\u2019t throw away food<\/strong> &#8211; Wasting food is a bad idea because it creates a lot of trash and it\u2019s not necessary. Proper meal management could prevent that and anything that\u2019s not eaten should be composted.<\/p>\n<p><strong>6. Compost <\/strong>\u00a0&#8211; Instead of just throwing things away, compost them. You\u2019d be surprised by how many things can be composted, from food to paper. You can use it in your own garden, reduce waste in general and waste less money.<\/p>\n<p><strong>7. Recycle everything you can<\/strong> &#8211; Recycling is one of the best ways to reduce your carbon footprint. You can recycle almost anything and it\u2019s a very good idea.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-6412 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Products.jpg\" alt=\"laptop desk supplies glasses sticky notes pens office work\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Products.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Products-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Products-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Products-192x96.jpg 192w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Products-384x192.jpg 384w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Products-561x281.jpg 561w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Products-364x182.jpg 364w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Products-758x379.jpg 758w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Products-608x304.jpg 608w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Products-313x157.jpg 313w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>What Products are Environmentally Friendly?<\/h3>\n<p>We produce more trash than we can efficiently manage and our planet is getting more polluted by the day.<\/p>\n<p>But<strong> is there a way<\/strong> to prevent that?<\/p>\n<p>Yes, there is. Every person investing a bit of effort in being more green means that the environment will be cleaner and we will keep it conserved for the future.<\/p>\n<p>Here are some products that you can buy that are eco-friendly and can replace your pollutant products.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Buy_clothes_made_from_recycled_materials\"><\/span>Buy clothes made from recycled materials<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You can either look for some specific brands that make clothes from recycled materials or go for second-hand stores or thrift stores<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Try_wool_footwear\"><\/span>Try wool footwear<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Instead of buying regular shoes, go for wool footwear. It\u2019s an innovative material and it\u2019s very comfortable, much healthier for the foot too.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Use_reusable_coffee_cups\"><\/span>Use reusable coffee cups<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You can buy these basically anywhere and you should get one that\u2019s sturdy and that can last you for a very long time. Bonus points if you leave a couple extra ones in the work kitchen!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_a_reusable_water_bottle\"><\/span>Get a reusable water bottle<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Instead of drinking from a plastic water bottle that you will just throw away, get a reusable water bottle. There are options for every pocket, from expensive, fancy ones with accessories to cheap and simple ones.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Use_recycled_toilet_paper\"><\/span>Use recycled toilet paper<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Buy toilet paper which is made from recycled materials.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_a_biodegradable_waste_bag\"><\/span>Get a biodegradable waste bag<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There will always be some trash produced, but at least the bag can be biodegradable.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Use_organic_towels\"><\/span>Use organic towels<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Organic towels are a great thing and they are made from sustainable farming efforts which can make it a lot easier for you to be eco-friendly. You can also do this for your bedding and table linen, just look for organic brands.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Use_recycled_aluminium_foil\"><\/span>Use recycled aluminium foil<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This item is used a lot but it\u2019s not biodegradable. So, go for the recycled brands instead of the regular ones. Or, opt out of using it altogether. More on the health concerns <a href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/storing-food-and-healthier-aluminum-foil-alternatives\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_recycled_laptops_computers_and_other_accessories\"><\/span>Get recycled laptops, computers and other accessories<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This might prove a bit more expensive or inaccessible but many companies produce these.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_recycled_toys\"><\/span>Get recycled toys<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There are many companies selling and making recycled toys, and this is a good idea for your kids too.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Use_LED_bulbs\"><\/span>Use LED bulbs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This is a simple choice that many have embraced already. So, you can do it because it saves a lot of money and the environment at the same time.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Low-flow_shower_head\"><\/span>Low-flow shower head<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This is a good idea because you will save a lot of water this way. It will also save you a lot of money on utilities.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ditch_One-Use_Plastic_Cutlery\"><\/span>Ditch One-Use Plastic Cutlery<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Instead of using plastic cutlery, use regular, stainless steel cutlery. It can actually <strong>save you money and help keep our environment safe.<\/strong> Avoid paper plates and other one-time use things and just use normal, regular plates and part accessories.<\/p>\n<p>Basically anything you can think of has an environmentally friendly replacement and it\u2019s easy to get. So, keep that in mind. For example, instead of buying items that require batteries, you can get those that only need to be charged. It\u2019s <strong>much better for the environment<\/strong> because you are not producing battery waste. Also, don\u2019t throw away your non-eco-friendly stuff because you want to replace them with eco-friendly stuff. That just creates more waste. Replace things as they break and always recycle whatever you throw out.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-6414 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Stainless-Steel.jpg\" alt=\"Planet girl holding ball_Stainless Steel\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Stainless-Steel.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Stainless-Steel-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Stainless-Steel-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Stainless-Steel-192x96.jpg 192w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Stainless-Steel-384x192.jpg 384w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Stainless-Steel-561x281.jpg 561w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Stainless-Steel-364x182.jpg 364w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Stainless-Steel-758x379.jpg 758w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Stainless-Steel-608x304.jpg 608w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Stainless-Steel-313x157.jpg 313w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Is Stainless Steel Eco-Friendly?<\/h3>\n<p>Stainless steel is, in fact, a green, eco friendly product. It\u2019s recyclable and it doesn\u2019t contain any toxic materials or run off. It has <strong>minimal effect on the environment<\/strong>, especially when compared to other materials.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6411\" src=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Help-the-Environment.jpg\" alt=\"7 Instant Ways to Naturally Be More Environmentally Friendly_Help the Environment\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Help-the-Environment.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Help-the-Environment-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Help-the-Environment-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Help-the-Environment-192x96.jpg 192w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Help-the-Environment-384x192.jpg 384w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Help-the-Environment-561x281.jpg 561w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Help-the-Environment-364x182.jpg 364w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Help-the-Environment-758x379.jpg 758w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Help-the-Environment-608x304.jpg 608w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/7-Instant-Ways-to-Naturally-Be-More-Environmentally-Friendly_Help-the-Environment-313x157.jpg 313w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>How Can You Help the Environment?<\/h3>\n<p>Everything you do makes a big difference in the world, no matter how small it may seem to you. So, you, as an individual, can help this planet a lot. Just follow a few simple rules like:<\/p>\n<p>Always <strong>use reusable bags<\/strong> instead of plastic ones. This way, you are already doing a lot for the ocean animals and the plastic waste reduction<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t use <a href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/plastic-pollution-the-toxic-debris-taking-over-our-planet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">plastic water bottles<\/a>\u00a0but rather use reusable water bottles which are a lot more eco-friendly.<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t print stuff<strong> unless it\u2019s necessary<\/strong> whether at school, work or home.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Recycle<\/strong> whatever you possibly can. It\u2019s very simple and easy so you should give it a try.<\/p>\n<p>Use <strong>energy efficient bulbs<\/strong> and turn off your appliances whenever you can so that you can save more electricity and money while saving the environment at the same time.<\/p>\n<p>Turn off the water whenever you are not using it when brushing teeth, showering and so on. <a href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/top-10-easy-and-cost-effective-ways-to-save-water\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Saving water<\/a> is important for both the environment and your wallet!<\/p>\n<p>Do you have any tips to share? Let us know down below!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Sources:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/blog\/2017\/08\/22\/ultimate-guide-eco-friendly-living\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.goodenergy.co.uk\/blog\/2017\/08\/22\/ultimate-guide-eco-friendly-living\/<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/greenerideal.com\/guides\/0327-10-eco-friendly-shopping-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/greenerideal.com\/guides\/0327-10-eco-friendly-shopping-tips\/<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.onyalife.com\/eco-friendly-products\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.onyalife.com\/eco-friendly-products\/<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>People often feel like they are too small to make a difference and their efforts won&#8217;t help the planet. 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