Zero waste swaps you have to try!

In today's video I'm sharing with you some zero waste habits you have to try! From reducing food waste, to minimalist living and beyond. I hope you enjoy this little insight into what I do to live sustainably and reduce waste where I can.

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[LaineyBug]

Learning how to mend/sew/tailor is a great way to be sustainable too. You can give new life to old garments. You can upcycle and customize thrifted garments. Also, when you can't avoid packaging waste, think about cleaning it as best as you can and using it as filler for diy art projects. It's a great way to sequester plastic!

[NinaCasali]

If you have granite counters both vinegar and lemon juice are a no go.

[pamelawalton]

Lol my Christmas tree and Dec's are 30 yrs old, they are back in fashion😊 fast fashion is a complete no no, matching xmas pj's are complete madness don't use retail therapy as something to do because you are bored, unsubscribe and filter advertising simply think carefully about what you need not what you want and don't follow the crowd because you will lose sight of what is meaniful to you. It okay to say No

[mmschwartz]

I keep a ziplock bag of veggie scraps in my freezer so I can eventually make my own veggie broth when it gets full. I also use socks that have holes in them to scrub counters and sinks or to dust surfaces. When my bananas or other fruits are very ripe or on the verge of going bad, I make either a baked oatmeal or pancakes with them.

[JonesLeFae]

I've found that the cleaner tabs actually work better than other brands of cleaning spray. Unfortunately, my local grocery store took out their bulk bins to add a wine section. BUT, just across the street is a locally-owned natural food store that has a really nice bulk section. It is often much cheaper than buying it packaged and I can use my own containers. They also have an AMAZING bulk spice section! Check out your local shops people! :)

[cathylynnpietranton]

We use cloth napkins, reusable bags, homemade cleaners, and recycle what we can. Thank you Emmy for sharing different ways to be more sustainable ❤

[HooliganMomma]

We have slowly changed to more sustainable living in just small steps...and the smaller the steps, the easier everyone in my family has adjusted. Especially buying 2nd hand clothing..luckily I have sons who love second hand clothing and don't conform to name brands like many of their friends. Meal planning has changed my life and we have next to no food waste. Baby steps is what has helped my family and now they can't think of doing things any other way than to save their future planet and lives by using almost all of your tips!! Thank you!! xo

[valentineflambeaux]

I just want to express my gratitude, Emmy. I have been watching your videos for a couple of years now, and they have inspired me to become more responsible and sustainable. What I appreciate the most about your message is that it emphasises the importance of taking action rather than looking for perfection. We can always start small and keep improving over time!! Thank you, and happy holidays 🎄✨

[michellegazarik]

Thank you Immy for link to refurbished electronics.

I love your zero waste ideas, especially composting food scraps. I have a worm bin and also compost in my backyard to enrich my garden beds and indoor plants.

I agree to start small with one or two sustainable living ideas so they become habits.

My favorite is no longer using traditional wrapping paper which is made from more clay and ash than paper fiber, so it's not recyclable in curbside recycling. I am using fabric from second hand stores like Art Parts in Boulder, CO and using the furoshiki method. I reuse holiday cards for homemade gift tags. And give gifts of experiences or food.

[the_tribalist]

Your commitment to a low-impact lifestyle shines through in your diverse content, covering everything from zero waste to ethical fashion and plant-based recipes. The emphasis on intersectionality and inclusivity is inspiring. Subscribed for the journey towards a sustainable, conscious lifestyle! 🌱💚 #ZeroWaste #Sustainability

[silliepixie]

My 2nd Generation Ipod Nano stopped working recently and I went to Back Market to buy a new/ old 4th Generation Ipod. Thank you for the suggestion!

[anavidreader]

Also most supermarkets in the UK definitely sainsburys recycle plastic bags now! I don’t use plastic bags but I do buy a lot of secondhand items off eBay or vinted which often come in packaging bags which if I don’t reuse I can now recycle!

[wiltedspinachcat]

just bought an iPhone 14 off of back market!! and I checked on apple and Verizon for refurbished phones- just to compare the prices- and it was a few hundred dollars cheaper on back market! plus a 30 day return and a one year warranty?!! loveee supporting companies that are doing good and helping tech be more cyclical!

[DaphneYuille]

A lot of libraries also have local sustainability programs that are easy to participate in!

[marycharlebois]

8:04 - Can I just say how much I loved the cornfield vibe (slightly off topic, but there’s always time for a wee bit of nostalgia.) Yes, Immy, you have given so many wonderful tips, ideas, and inspirations in today’s video. I think mindfulness and awareness are key to reducing waste and saving money, whether it be one’s clothing, household decor, fridge and pantry, and even hobbies. Whilst I am not a true blue minimalist, I have found that embracing the “less is more” mindset is very liberating and encourages one to appreciate what they have and to want less. Thanks for all your awesome content recently. I am feeling spoiled by all your posts and uploads this December. Ⓜary💕

[MrsLadyLiberty]

Denver's compost collection has been a very slow roll out. Many areas in Denver still don't have compost bins. And surrounding communities don't have it at all. Our intentional community in Lakewood does our own composting, so I'm thankful for that. We're lucky to have land to compost on in the city.

[shelleypicott]

Slowly getting to more sustainable items in my life. Best idea was to use reusable shopping/produce bags and sometimes no bag at all. Eating less meat and purchasing more of my grocery items from bulk food stores is a game changer. Thanks for the tip on tech...let's see what I can do with that one.

[bethanyhartzell]

I so enjoyed this video. I feel a bit silly in myself because i’ve watched your other “100 swaps” videos, so i’m familiar with a lot of the swaps, but just listening to you talk about swaps always gets the geers turning for me—“oh, could i swap this? What other parts of my life could use some green?”

Keep it up. :)

[tgtgtgtgtgtgtg]

I moved back to Texas from home (California) and I miss the bulk bins and zero waste stores and abundant weekly farmers markets SOO MUCH 😭😭😭 filling my own containers brought me so much joy. I didn’t realize how good I had it. 😞

[anavidreader]

Would love a video on composting and the different methods! I want to give it a try myself although my council does collect but don’t know where to start. I’m disabled so high maintenance options aren’t an option as I sometimes have several days when I can’t do anything after a high energy event so I don’t think worms would work :)