A few simple methods to reduce the waste being produced in your home
Waste is a big problem in our country, especially due to the lack of proper waste management systems. It isn’t uncommon to see huge piles of waste on roadsides, and in uninhabited plots of land.
While there may only be a limited amount you can do about those, taking certain small steps can definitely help you reduce the amount of waste you produce at home. This, in turn, will reduce the total waste output being sent to a landfill.
Learn to Recycle
Recycle whatever waste you can. Learn the rules of recycling and how to sort your waste, and then make sure to recycle whatever of the waste you can. You can reuse any packaging waste wherever possible, and even make DIY decorations out of odd waste items.
Avoid Plastic Bags
Avoiding plastic bags during your shopping would be a good idea. You can bring your own cloth/ jute bags to tote your groceries home. Keep a few such bags in your car/ vehicle so you don’t forget them.
Make A Meal Plan
Surprisingly, there is a lot of food waste that goes out to landfill, and there is a really easy way to avoid this. All you have to do is make a meal plan and only buy groceries that you will actually need and use. As simple as that sounds, it really reduces the food waste produced at your home quite drastically.
Start Using Reusable Containers
Shift to reusable containers to store all that you buy properly. This will extend its life and keep thing fresher for longer. Using air tight containers for baking ingredients, cereals, and other things that can stale quickly is also a good idea. Moreover, if you buy loose food items, then having reusable airtight containers is an absolute must.
Start Composting
Food waste make for good fertilizer. It adds nutrients to your plants, and improves their growth. So take a bin, find some space, and start a compost. That way, you can feed your garden naturally, and get rid of your waste. Win, win!
Learn to Repair Before Discarding
When something breaks it doesn’t mean that you throw it away. Try to repair and reuse. Moreover, buying high quality stuff and repairing it whenever necessary is a lot better for the planet than buying a lot of cheap disposable stuff.
Stop Using Disposable Cups, Plates, And Bottles
Paper plates and cups are a huge waste of material. Not only are lots of trees cut down to make them, they add to the waste a hundredfold. Moreover, cheap plastic bottles are also a big no-no, particularly since plastic is non-biodegradable. Use durable water bottles, and thermoses to carry your beverages around, and you’ll be a lot less wasteful.
Use the above tips to safeguard your home from excess waste production. Also, consider purchasing a home insurance policy as it safeguards your life’s most precious investment against unexpected incidents.
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