We found 10 easy strategies that can save money while also protecting the environment.
Similarly, plastic food containers purchased from a grocery store can be reused.
Here are 10 ways you could approach daily needs differently to help save money and lessen your footprint.
Going Green?
Save More Green
We all want to save money and the environment.
If youre already on the green trend, weve got a few more ways to save.
From saving money on interest to car insurance, these are some of our favorite ways to save.
Not to mention many more plastic items, but well get to those in a moment.
No Interest Til Almost 2027?
You could also use washcloths instead of paper napkins, which are especially handy for kids.
Washcloths hold up better than fancy cloth napkins and absorb more.
Math is important here.
Thats a savings of $256.
As for the environmental impact say you drink water from a reusable bottle instead of one 16-oz.
bottled water a day, youd reduce your carbon footprint by 365 bottles a year.
Compost Your Food Waste
Food waste is a major contributor to landfills and greenhouse gasses.
Did you know?
Grow Your Own Food
The best way to grow your own food without a large financial investment?
And when you have some nice compost soil from item No.
4.Unplug
Idle electricity is a real thing.
Use power strips for a simple way to unplug without a hassle.
you’ve got the option to easily tap the on/off toggle with your foot.
Another way to reduce electricity use is to get outside.
Your mood, your wallet and the environment will thank you.
Conserve Water
A twofold approach to water can help you save money use less indoors and collect it outdoors.
Reduce Food Waste
The goal here is similar to item No.
2 on our list reduce food waste.
Also, dont shop hungry.
Buying local is another great way to help out the environment.
Those market prices are often lower than large chain grocery stores.
But if you dont have a nearby farmers market, look for a fruit and vegetable stand.
But, have you thought about how all that gift wrap impacts the environment, let alone your wallet?
Instead of buying new tissue or wrapping paper for each occasion, get creative with brown paper or newspaper.
(We suggest the comics for extra color.)
you might also hold onto gift bags and tissue paper to reuse.
And what about the gift itself?
If youre hoping to land a remote work situation,these green-friendly companies hire remotely.
According to a 2022 poll by FlexJobs,remote workers reported saving an average of $6,000per year.
Thats enough to make a significant impact on your wallet and the environment.
Does your area have dedicated bike lanes or safe sidewalks?
You cansave up to $2,000 a year on your commute.
Better yet, use buy/sell clothing services likeThredUpand stop buying new altogether.
Thrifting saves money and reusing existing garments means youre helping the environment.
Contributor Veronica Matthews writes on lifestyle topics from North Carolina.
(Can you sense my millennial sarcasm there?)
You know which ones were talking about: rent, utilities, cell phone bill, insurance, groceries…
