Swaps For On-The-Go
Reusable shopping & mesh produce bags:
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Keeping these in the car will keep you from forgetting them at home (∞)
Containers/jars:
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To be used for bulk shopping or at restaurants for leftovers (∞)
Plant-based phone case:
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Check out the Canadian brand Pela who makes them (and watch bands) from flax ($$)
Eco-friendly sunglasses:
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Several brands now make them out of wood or other plant-based materials ($$)
Cost comparison legend:
$ - Same price as the usual option $$ - Up to double the price $$$ - More than double the price ∞ - Will pay itself off over time
Water bottle:
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Swap out single-use ones for the stainless steel, glass, or durable plastic kind (∞)
Cutlery set & reusable straw:
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Avoid picking up any more plastic ones by having a set (use what you already have!) nearby or with you at all times (∞)
Reusable coffee cup:
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Some cafes and chain coffee shops allow you to bring your own cup to use (∞)