Keep Our Environment Clean

Refuse single-use items

Straws, to-go cups, disposable razors, and plastic grocery bags are some ubiquitous examples of single-use products in our economy. Finding a reusable option for these items we use once and toss is a simple way to make a big difference.

While replacing all single use products with reusable products is best, it can be overwhelming at first. To get started, Lauren at Minimal Domesticity says to consider whether the product will be used for more than an hour. If, like a plastic grocery bag, the product’s useful life is less than an hour, try replacing it with a more sustainable alternative.

One of the best ways to avoid these products is to refuse them before they enter your life. Unsubscribe from mailing lists and catalogs, bring your own bag, order a drink with no straw, and decline unnecessary receipts.