The Eco Journal

Ways To Reduce Waste AND Save Money When Shopping for Food

When shopping for food, there are certain strategies that are most definitely win-win. When you shop less but shop better, you can reduce waste AND save money. Here are a... Read more...

Are You Eating Plastic For Your Dinner?

Microplastics are one of the biggest problems facing humanity. These tiny pieces of plastic pervade every single environment on earth – from the Arctic to the Antarctic, from the highest... Read more...

Zero Waste Kitchen Organization Tips

Living a zero-waste lifestyle is about more than just what you buy and what you throw away. Zero waste living is about thinking carefully about how you can reduce and... Read more...

What Can Go Into Your Compost Heap (And What Can't)

Composting is one of the most important ways to reduce food waste and live in a more sustainable way. Whether you have a garden or not, you can compost food... Read more...

Reusable Toilet Paper 101

Many people have a knee-jerk reaction when reusable toilet paper is mentioned. People often wrinkle their noses and make expressions of disgust. But what is really disgusting is the waste... Read more...

Reasons To Pat Yourself on The Back For Choosing Reusable Kitchen Towels

Reusable paper towels are just one of many zero waste products that truly can make a big difference. If you have made the switch to reusable kitchen cloths, then you... Read more...

How to Reduce Waste While Grocery Shopping During the Pandemic

Of course, grocery shopping is a somewhat different experience during the pandemic. First and foremost, it is important to stay safe. The World Health Organisation (WHO) says that we should:... Read more...

How to Reduce Waste in Your Beauty Routine

The zero-waste community is now getting bigger that many people (including you) are doing the eco-lifestyle that surely can help the environment. While most of us have got a reminder... Read more...

How to Buy in Bulk and Save Money

Buying in bulk, especially when you can shop at a refill store with your own reusable containers, is a great way to go greener. Buying in bulk can reduce the... Read more...

How To Deal With Eco Anxiety

Eco anxiety is all too common these days. We're all faced with a stark reality – our world is changing, and not for the better. We are each and every... Read more...

How To Get Your Kids To Produce Less Waste

It's not always easy to get everyone in your household to stick to your zero waste agenda. If your kids ignore your edicts, and produce a lot of waste, it... Read more...

How To Go Zero Waste When Living With Parents

If you are living with your parents, or anyone less committed to sustainability than you are, it can be challenging. In any shared home, especially a multi-generational one, it can... Read more...