How our sustainable lifestyle can reduce the burden on mother earth?

50 simple ways

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Unbridled industrialization, ocean pollution, use of plastic and dependence of natural resources like fossil flues and carbon are some of the factors that are causing massive damage on the earth. Also, resultant changes like climate change have brought flooding, droughts, storm, wildfires and other disasters. However, there has been a temporary relief due to lockdown considering COVID pandemic, once the normal human life starts, everything will back to where one started.

So, how could we save our environment in the long term? Here are the few steps you can take in everyday life that can help you in giving relief to the earth that we have put on.

1. When you leave the room, turn off the lights. It would be great if you use natural light during the day.
2. Use the recycle bin whenever possible.
3. Do sustainable gardening at home.
4. Take a shorter shower.
5. Buy locally grown produce.
6. Unplug appliances before heading to a bed that draw phantom power.
7. Purchase only need-based items.
8. Do ethical shopping.
9. Plant a tree every month.
10. Purchase items from the thrift stores.
11. Always carry a reusable bag when going for grocery shopping.
12. Use water resources wisely.
13. Don’t bring home anything that doesn’t have a purpose.
14. Eat leftover food.
15. Limit Trash one bag per week.
16. Store food products properly.
17. Use what you already have.
18. Swap before you shop.
19. Buy package-free produce.
20. Get creative with food waste recipes.
21. Buy Concentrated cleaning products.
22. Turn off the water when brushing teeth and shaving.
23. Plant indoor plants to clean the air naturally.
24. When cleaning and decluttering, declutter smartly. Donate the items which are still usable.
25. Use Eco-friendly and sustainable cooking utensils.
26. Instead of plastic wrap, use beeswax.
27. Use a safety razor.
28. Use a bamboo toothbrush.
29. Use public transport.
30. If you have a pet, use biodegradable poop bags.
31. Install solar panel that falls in your budget.
32. Share information via email, and use an electronic notepad.
33. Bring your coffee mug if your office uses plastic cups.
34. Pay bills electronically.
35. Use rechargeable batteries.
36. Sell your old clothes at consignment stores.
37. Wash your clothes in cold water.
38. Support brands that are committed to sustainability.
39. If you are studying college, then buy online books, used textbooks, or rent books.
40. Listen to podcast, ted talks on sustainability.
41. Fight with pollution by planting trees.
42. Always carry a water bottle when going outside.
43. If you drink beer, take a glower to your local brewery.
44. Send wedding cards or any invitation card electronically.
45. Add a small pot plant at your workspace.
46. Use coconut oil for a hair massage.
47. Make your own face cleanser and scrub.
48. Make your own coffee instead of buying from the nearest cafe.
49. Donate your old devices like laptops, computers, and tablets to the schools and institutions.
50. Tell me your 50th way to live sustainably!