This month at WELL, we’re making it our mission to highlight people working to eliminate plastics in the ocean and protect our seas along with the animals that call them home. Now more than ever, we all must be mindful about the effects of our daily actions. The amount of plastic ending up in our oceans and on our beaches is rising at an alarming rate, and it’s threatening the valuable life inside and outside of the water. To help empower YOU to be an at-home eco- warrior, we wanted to share some simple swaps to help you reduce plastic and waste in the home. We hope you’ll find these swaps helpful and easier than you think.
We should all be on a mission to live an eco-friendlier lifestyle because WELL, we’ve only got one planet!
1. SWAP plastic zip bags for a re-usable version.
Stasher bags can be found at Live Zero HK
2. SWAP single-use to go coffee cups for one you bring from home
Stojo collapsible cups can be found at Live Zero HK
3. SWAP household cleaners with plastic packaging for refillable, eco-friendly products in glass bottles
Refill your bottles with eco-friendly cleaning products at SLOWOOD.
4. SWAP single use plastic water bottles for a reusable version that you can take wherever you go
Klean Kanteen can be found at Live Zero HK
5. SWAP paper towels for a washable dishrag or cloth
Many options can be found at Live Zero HK
6. SWAP plastic cling wrap for a reusable food wrap
Many options can be found at Live Zero HK
7. SWAP tea bags for a reusable tea strainer
8. SWAP liquid soaps and shampoos with plastic packaging for bar soaps
Many options can be found at Live Zero HK
9. SWAP packaged dry good for bulk, zero waste options– don’t forget to bring your own refillable container when shopping!
Many options can be found at Live Zero HK
10. SWAP plastic razors for a stainless steel, reusable option
Many options can be found at Live Zero HK
11. SWAP new clothes and fast fashion shopping for secondhand and vintage pieces
WELL, editors’ pick for the best secondhand finds is Hula! You can find them in Central on Hollywood Road, in Chuck Hang and online.
12. SWAP tampons and pads for reusable menstrual cups or period panties
Many options can be found at Live Zero HK
13. SWAP your plastic toothbrush for an eco-friendly bamboo alternative
Many options can be found at Live Zero HK
14. SWAP supermarket veggies covered in plastic for local farm produce delivery
15. SWAP impulse purchases and retail binges for buying only what you need and truly love.
This last one is the golden rule for living a more sustainable, plastic free lifestyle. Too often we get caught up in fast consumerism and forget to search for things with meaning that truly bring us joy. Think before you buy and remember that everything that you use has an afterlife. Say NO to plastic and shop wisely!
Want to learn more about what YOU can do to help? Get INSPIRED with our WELL, WHO? EXCLUSIVE- WWF’s ANDY CORNISH: Saving Sharks and Restoring Hong Kong’s Waters
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