(Almost) Zero-Waste Guide: 100+ Tips for Reducing Your Waste Without Changing Your Life

Author Melanie Mannarino shares 100 simple tips for being less wasteful with what you eat, in your home, your wardrobe, your travels, and your community, as well as how to reduce your "unseen" waste, such as purchasing clothes with more sustainable fabrics and adopting a "Meatless Monday" regimen.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 192 pages
Publication date: 15 April 2021
Publisher: Simon & Schuster

Author Melanie Mannarino shares 100 simple tips for being less wasteful with what you eat, in your home, your wardrobe, your travels, and your community. She also advises on how you can reduce your "unseen" waste, such as purchasing clothes with more sustainable fabrics and adopting a "Meatless Monday" regimen to help decrease your carbon footprint.

If you're someone who wants to reduce waste in your daily life and make a positive impact on the planet without having to make drastic changes in your habits, then look no further. This highly accessible and practical guide will have you living a greener, more sustainable life that is (almost) zero waste in no time!

Mannarino offers a range of tips for reducing waste in various areas of your life, including food, home, wardrobe, travel, and community. Here are some of the key tips she shares:

Food:

- Shop locally and seasonally to reduce food waste.
- Use reusable bags, containers, and utensils to reduce packaging waste.
- Meal plan and prepare meals in advance to avoid impulse purchases and waste.
- Compost food scraps and other organic waste to reduce landfill waste.
- Choose organic and locally grown foods to reduce your carbon footprint.

Home:

- Reduce energy consumption by turning off lights and appliances when not in use.
- Use energy-efficient light bulbs and appliances to save energy.
- Use reusable cleaning products and cloths to reduce waste from single-use items.
- Reuse and repurpose items instead of throwing them away.
- Choose products made from sustainable materials, such as bamboo or recycled plastic.

Wardrobe:

- Shop secondhand or vintage clothing to reduce waste from fast fashion.
- Choose clothes that are made from sustainable materials, such as organic cotton or hemp.
- Repair and mend clothes instead of throwing them away.
- Donate or sell clothes that you no longer wear to reduce waste.
- Choose clothes that fit well and are versatile to reduce the need for frequent purchases.

Travel:

- Use public transportation, carpooling, or biking to reduce carbon emissions.
- Pack light and only bring what you need to reduce waste from excess luggage.
- Use reusable water bottles and coffee cups to reduce waste from single-use items.
- Choose eco-friendly accommodations, such as hotels that use renewable energy sources.
- Support local businesses and artisans to reduce waste from tourism.

Community:

- Volunteer for local environmental organizations to help reduce waste and promote sustainability.
- Participate in community recycling programs to reduce waste from household materials.
- Support local farmers and food producers to reduce waste from transportation and packaging.
- Advocate for sustainable policies and practices in your community.

By following these simple tips, you can reduce your waste and make a positive impact on the planet without having to make drastic changes in your daily life. Every small step counts, and by working together, we can create a more sustainable and waste-free future for ourselves and future generations.

Weight: 204g
Dimension: 133 x 204 x 14 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781982142230