Waste aware shopping
Being waste aware when we are shopping is something which we can
all do to try and reduce the amount of waste we produce, it can
also save us money.
Avoid packaging
Over 40% of
the waste in our bins is packaging. Although manufacturers have
guidelines to reduce the amount of packaging they produce we can
make choices whilst shopping to reduce the packaging we purchase
and then throw away. Try buying items such as fruit and vegetables
loose rather than pre-packaged. Packaging costs money and therefore
pushes up the price of goods.
Buying bulk products
Family sized products such as toilet / kitchen rolls, washing
powder, teabags, pet food etc can save money and creates less
packaging in the long run.
Buy recycled
Buying recycled products (such as toilet / kitchen roll, bin
bags, stationery) or products packaged in material which has been
recycled, will encourage manufacturers to demand more products made
from recycled materials.
Avoid disposable products
Avoid disposable products such as batteries, cameras, barbecues,
razors and nappies. Think about buying products which are more
durable and will last much longer such as rechargeable batteries,
reusable razors and reusable nappies. For help and information on
reusable nappies, visit the real nappy campaign.
Write a shopping list and plan meals
This will save you money and prevent you from throwing food
away. By planning meals and writing a shopping list you will only
buy what you need and will help you reduce the amount of food and
packaging you throw away. Visit Love Food Hate Waste for
tips and ideas.
Buying refill goods
Items such as washing, cleaning and beauty products are cheaper
when sold as a refill. They also enable you to reuse the original
container.
Donate to charity shops
Items that you no longer have a use for can be donated to your
local charity shop.