7 Small Ways To Be Sustainable This Year
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Welcome to our guide on small ways through which you can be more sustainable this year!
In a world where environmental concerns are increasingly pressing, even the smallest actions can make a significant impact. In this blog, we’ll explore simple yet effective ways for you to adopt sustainable habits in your daily lives.
Whether you’re a student, a professional, or simply someone looking to reduce their ecological footprint, we’ve compiled a list of practical tips and actionable strategies that anyone can implement.
From reducing plastic waste to supporting eco-friendly practices, let’s embark on a journey towards a greener, more sustainable future together.
Use a reusable water bottle and a mug
According to the statistics gathered by Eco Experts, only one in 6 water bottles gets recycled and around 16 million bottles don’t get recycled each year.
Around 80 per cent of water bottles end up in landfills worldwide and over 8 million tonnes of water bottles end up in the ocean each year.
One of the easiest ways we can reduce this waste is by using reusable water bottles and mugs.
It is not only eco-friendly to use reusable mugs and water bottles, but they also keep your drinks warmer and colder for much longer! And the best part is, that there are so many amazing designs to choose from!
Visit the Amazon website to browse through a range of reusable water bottles that suit every budget.
Print documents double sided to save paper
While at university, there are a lot of times when you need to print assignments and documents. An easy way you can be more sustainable is by making sure that you print on both sides of the paper.
Although it sounds like the most simple thing, you will be saving so much paper in the long run!
Shop second-hand for clothes and books
Yet another easy way through which you can be more sustainable is by shopping second-hand. And the best part is that the UK has so many charity shops that contribute to amazing causes for you to shop from.
You not only save so much money by shopping second-hand, but you also get to positively contribute to the environment.
You can also donate your clothes, books and other things, which can further help reduce the amount of waste that we contribute.
Read this blog on 5 Charity Shops in Birmingham That You Should Check Out.
Reduce food waste by meal planning
According to the statistics from Waste Managed, the UK wastes approximately 9.5 million tonnes of food every single year.
One of the easiest ways through which you can reduce food waste as a student is by meal planning.
We know how often meal planning is talked about, but the benefits of it go way beyond just food waste.
You can save a lot of money on groceries by meal planning as you won’t be getting any unnecessary ingredients. You are also more likely to cook if you know what is planned for the day whereas you would be more inclined to buy food out if you don’t.
If you are confused about where to start, there are so many resources online to help you create a meal plan that works best for you. Read this blog on a Healthy student budget meal plan to get some inspo.
Walk, bike or use public transport instead of driving
One of the best aspects of living in the UK is the well-connected public transport that can get you anywhere within the city in no time.
While it might be tempting to get a car to have more flexibility, you can get a bike that can help you get around with ease!
Otherwise, we highly recommend students walk or use public transport at any chance that they get, as you would not only be saving money, but you are also being sustainable in any way you could!
Choose digital books over physical ones
At the beginning of the year, you might feel tempted to purchase all the books with your student finance to get on top of your study game. But trust us when we tell you that you are not going to use all of them.
This is why one of the best alternatives to purchasing new textbooks is downloading PDF versions of them. Most universities provide either free or cheaper alternatives to purchase the PDF version, and this is the best way through which you can save a lot of money while being sustainable.
If you have any old textbooks from the previous year, then be sure to give them to the new students or donate them, so they don’t sit to collect dust.
This also applies to any resources that you will be using while at university. Whether it is a research paper or a case study, try your best to use the digital versions of the documents so you can save so much paper!
Support sustainable campus initiatives
Most universities have clubs and societies that are committed to raising awareness of the pressing environmental issues that need immediate attention.
The easiest way you can help is by taking part in the initiates, helping them host the events and sharing the information in any way you can.
You can also choose to volunteer for local initiatives in your city, like gardening and clean-up events. Even if it seems small, any and every effort positively contributes to saving our environment.
In conclusion, embracing sustainability through small actions can collectively make a significant impact on our planet. By incorporating practises like reducing single-use plastics and supporting local initiatives, we can all contribute to a greener, more sustainable future.
Every small choice we make matters, so let’s continue to prioritise sustainability in our daily lives and inspire others to join us on this journey towards a more environmentally-conscious lifestyle.
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