For years me and my family would use plastic bags for groceries and when they weren’t put to use they would just get thrown away instead of saving them and putting them to use again. So to try to be Better about reusing and less plastic waste we started using reusable bags that would stay in good condition after many uses.
Just like fast fashion brands, fast furniture brands like Ikea or Wayfair churn out furniture pieces at breakneck speed, it's important to take a step back and consider the environmental impact of our choices. While stylish and affordable, these mass-produced items often come at a hidden cost, contributing to carbon emissions, plastic waste, and a cycle of overproduction and overconsumption. However, there's a sustainable and budget-friendly alternative that's gaining momentum – buying and up-cycling furniture from Facebook Marketplace.
Fast furniture has become a staple in many homes, thanks to its convenience and attractive price tags. But beneath the surface, this convenience often hides a grim reality. Mass-produced furniture is usually manufactured with little regard for ethical and environmental standards.
1. Carbon Footprint: The production and transportation of furniture items from factories to stores, and eventually to your home, result in significant carbon emissions. The extensive supply chains and long-distance shipping…
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My family and I drink a lot of water and it was really bothering me a couple of years ago that we would go through so many flats of water bottles. I brought it up to my mom and we found this company that would drop purified gallons of water right to our front door. It still bothered me that we had these gallons that we would now have to constantly be recycling but I read the description and once you're done with all your water gallons, the company comes by, picks them up, sanitizes them, and then reuses them for future gallons. Although this change was small it was just the beginning of my actions for my family and I to live a more sustainable plastic-free life!💧
