Being green is not an easy task. Many of the products we buy to sustain our daily lives come in packaging that is better suited for surgery than for snacking.
Although there are plenty of products available to reduce wastefulness due to growing eco-consciousness, the best solution is to find your own solutions. These products have been cleverly designed to assist you in that endeavor.
Problem: Too many disposable cups.
Solution: Canning jars and a CuppowUse a drinking lid. From the water cooler to the café, bringing your own cup reduces your footprint without sacrificing your favorite routine.
Cuppow.com: $8.99, free domestic shipping
Problem: Take expensive coffee to go.
CoffeeSock Pour-Over coffee filters are the solution. CoffeeSock Pour-Over Coffee Filters. While buying a daily cup of coffee can cost you more than $1,000 per year, brewing your own coffee can save you up to $100. CoffeeSock Co. offers a simple pour over setup that uses a reusable cotton filter. This will give you the same great taste without any waste.
Whole Foods Market, $9.99 – $12.99
Problem: Too many junk food snacks.
Solution: Wide-mouth canning jars with a BNTO jar sandwichbox adapter. While convenience comes at a high cost, making your own snacks is much cheaper. Reusable products allow you to skip the high-priced, prepackaged junk food and instead focus on healthier options.
Available at BNTO.com: $8.99 (with Free Domestic Shipping).
