Your spending shapes the world
Support sustainability, local communities, and the environment by choosing ethical brands, second-hand items, and small businesses.
Before you buy, ask yourself:
- Do I need it?
- Can I buy second-hand instead of new?
- If I buy new, can I choose a more responsible option?
Weekly Swaps That Make a Difference
Reusable Bags
- Why: Plastic bags harm wildlife and pollute oceans.
- How: Keep reusable bags in handy spots like your car or handbag.
Loose Produce Over Pre-Packaged
- Why: Avoids unnecessary plastic packaging.
- How: Shop markets or choose unpackaged items in shops.
Plant-Based Proteins
- Why: Reducing meat cuts your carbon footprint.
- How: Start with one plant-based meal a week.
Beeswax Wraps
- Why: Reusable and biodegradable, unlike clingfilm.
- How: Wrap food or cover dishes with beeswax wraps.
Refillable Products
- Why: Cuts single-use plastics and saves money.
- How: Visit refill shops like Green Wise Shop in Ashtead and Fetcham
Reusable Coffee Filters
- Why: Reduces coffee pod waste.
- How: Use a french press or machines with reusable filters.
Weekly Swaps That Make a Difference
Reusable Bags
- Why: Plastic bags harm wildlife and pollute oceans.
- How: Keep reusable bags in handy spots like your car or handbag.
Loose Produce Over Pre-Packaged
- Why: Avoids unnecessary plastic packaging.
- How: Shop markets or choose unpackaged items in shops.
Plant-Based Proteins
- Why: Reducing meat cuts your carbon footprint.
- How: Start with one plant-based meal a week.
Beeswax Wraps
- Why: Reusable and biodegradable, unlike clingfilm.
- How: Wrap food or cover dishes with beeswax wraps.
Refillable Products
- Why: Cuts single-use plastics and saves money.
- How: Visit refill shops like Green Wise Shop in Ashtead and Fetcham
Reusable Coffee Filters
- Why: Reduces coffee pod waste.
- How: Use a french press or machines with reusable filters.
