Embrace Eco-Friendly Living: 5 Tips for a Sustainable Lifestyle

Support Sustainable Brands

Sustainable beauty, fashion, and even some home brands are redefining high-end products by ethically obtaining ingredients and materials in addition to using recyclable packaging. They invest in giving back to the planet, adhere to cruelty-free testing methods, and ensure their products have a positive impact on customers and the environment.

Incorporate a Compost Bin

Keep your eye out for anything around that house that can find new life through composting. This action is an efficient way to reduce the amount of trash sent to landfills.

You will be surprised to find that many companies are implementing biodegradable items to support sustainable methods. Some coffee shops use compostable cups, while online stores sell biodegradable phone cases shipped in compostable packaging.

Starting a compost bin at home is simple. Options range from open piles in your backyard to tidy, sealed bins that fit in a kitchen. The Lomi is a great example of a reliable and attractive at-home composting system. No matter your routine or habits, there is surely a composting method suitable for you.

Switch to an E-Vehicle

Though easier said than done, electric vehicles have the least amount of environmental impact of different transmission types. That is why transitioning to this cost-efficient mode of transportation is a wonderful change to reduce your carbon footprint.

E-vehicles use electric motors and rechargeable batteries, which distinguish them from conventional vehicles that use gasoline or diesel. This shift contributes significantly to reducing harmful emissions, as E-vehicles emit no tailpipe pollutants.

Stay Conscious About Dining Out

Dining out is a wonderful experience, but the place of your choosing should coincide with your sustainable values. Seek out places that locally source ingredients to reduce transportation emissions and ones that serve plantbased meals.

The ethical food scene in Vancouver continues to grow with restaurants like MILA, Hey Kokomo, MeeT, and more. Mindfully selecting where you eat lets you enjoy a delicious meal while knowing you are benefiting the earth.

Refrain From Overconsumption

Overconsumption is the downfall of sustainability. The allure of the newest, most exclusive items can trigger this bad habit.

You can feel and look luxurious without purchasing brand-new items. There are plenty of second-hand purses, jackets, shoes, and clothes in incredible condition.

Popular Canadian-owned shops like Mine & Yours certainly prove this to be true! With the opening of a new location in Toronto, it just goes to show that the Canadian market is ready and willing to make the switch from buying new—and that’s a good thing, too!

When the urge to go shopping again hits, try a new way of thinking: Consider the items you already own and consider how the new items will serve you. By curating a selection of fewer but more meaningful luxury items, you can contribute to a culture of sustainability while enjoying shopping.

Lifestyle changes and an eco-friendly perspective are the keys to doing your part for the environment. With these ideas, you are on your way to living each day dedicated to sustainability.