The surplus of waste is indeed a growing problem both locally and globally. It’s alarming to think that humans generate up to 2.3 billion tons of municipal solid waste each year, especially considering that around 2.7 billion people lack access to proper waste collection services.
It’s vital for all of us to play our part, no matter how small, in reducing global waste. To help with this, we’ve put together a range of ideas for all the zero-waste enthusiasts out there. Whether it’s tips for reducing waste at home, or creative solutions for restaurants, supermarkets, and small businesses, we’ve got you covered. Take a look below for some inspiration on how we can all contribute to a kinder planet, one upcycled item at a time.
1.This Toilet’s Cistern Fills Using A Tap And Sink, So You Can Wash Your Hands With No Waste
2.I Made Reusable Swiffer Pads! I Have Three Cats And A Dog, And I Get So Tired Of Buying Those Ridiculously Expensive Dusting Pads To Get Up All The Pet Hair
3.My Local Coffee Shop Uses Old Milk Cartons As Takeaway Trays
4.Shout-Out To Everyone Who Washes And Reuses Their Food Storage Bags
5.A Small Local Movie Theater Uses Reusable Metal Bowls For Popcorn
6.You Can Plant This Calendar Because It’s Made From Recycled Paper
7.The Components For My New Vacuum Are All Packaged In Paper Instead Of Plastic
8.Had To Throw This Basket Out At Work Because The Side Had Split. I Asked My Boss If I Could Have It And She Said Sure, So With A Little Ribbon It’s Fixed
9.Repurposed An Old Diaper Box Into A Bookcase For My Son
10.This Supermarket Had Tiny Paper Bags Instead Of Plastic Containers To Reduce Waste
11.I Made A Bag Out Of Tags
12.I Work At A Travel Agency, And When We Have To Get Rid Of Our Outdated Maps, I Reuse Them As Wrapping Paper
