10 IDEAS TO LIVE MORE SUSTAINABLY

While it is true that we cannot achieve major environmental change overnight, it is also true that our small actions make a big impact in this fight .

But this also means leaving our comfort zone .

We are creatures of habit, and our lives are full of routine actions, eating, drinking, brushing our teeth, turning on the light... but this whole daily routine can become more sustainable with these 10 ideas that we propose.

1. REDUCE THE USE OF PLASTIC

We produce 300 million tons of plastic every year, approximately the weight of the entire human population!

Only around 9% of plastic waste is recycled and the rest ends up in landfills, rivers and the sea.

For all this, minimizing the use and purchase of packaging that contains plastic will reduce the profit of the companies that manufacture it and as a consequence they will have to opt for more sustainable packaging that the population is willing to buy, considerably reducing the percentage of annual manufacturing of plastic. plastics.

An idea that we recommend , and that our team uses daily, is to buy in bulk and then place your legumes, cereals, etc. in glass containers (you can reuse old canned, jam jars...). Another option to shop sustainably is to bring eco bags to your supermarket to avoid plastic bags.

We also know that with the hustle and bustle of daily life there will be things we buy that contain plastic , so if so, reuse and recycle it , we can give it a second life.

Although remember, unfortunately, we cannot get out of this environmental crisis by recycling.

2. USE MORE ECO-FRIENDLY VEHICLES

Walking or cycling are not only activities that will improve your health but also minimize the negative impact of fuel on the planet .

Another good option is to use public transportation as much as possible, with this you will also save on gasoline, parking time and traffic jams .

You can change your routine little by little, this will help you achieve greater adherence to this new way of life.

3. SAVE WATER

We have been told this all our lives, and it is nothing new, but even if it is something simple, it requires our commitment.

For example, showering in 5 minutes saves 3,500 liters of water per month (time recommended by the WHO.)

Using the washing machine and dishwasher in Eco programs will also reduce your monthly water consumption by 50%.

Turning off the tap while brushing our teeth or soaping up saves 150 liters of water per month .

4. PLANT AND CULTIVATION

The possibilities of this activity will depend on the space that each person has at home. If you have a garden, take the opportunity to plant different plant species , and if you don't , don't worry, use a pot to create your own green area . You can plant seeds of spices that you can later use for cooking, or flowers of various colors to fill your balcony with life.

These will not only help us provide oxygen and act as filters for air and water pollutants , protect and fertilize the soil and regulate temperature, but they will also help us create awareness and commitment to the environment.

Taking care of your plants and watching them grow will fill you with excitement.

5. RECYCLE AND REUSE

With the amount of packaging and garbage we generate, recycling is especially important since it helps reduce toxic gas emissions .

In case you didn't know, cardboard can only be recycled if it is not stained. If, for example, a pizza box has traces of tomato sauce, do not throw the box into the cardboard container, as it cannot be recycled.

7. BUY WITH THE PLANET IN MIND

More and more companies are choosing sustainable products or actions that improve life on the planet .

When you buy, think about these actions, your purchase will not only help these companies to continue progressing with a sustainable objective, but it will also raise awareness among other people of the importance of these gestures and will make companies want to invest more and more in sustainable actions. .

8. SPONSOR AN ANIMAL

Animals are an essential part of our ecosystem , and we are increasingly reducing existing species due to climate change.

Currently there are many organizations that carry out incredible work with all types of animals, and help with sponsorships is of great importance to continue maintaining their future.

With a single gesture, from home, you can help many animals that need our help.

From cats, dogs, wild animal rescue to penguins. Did you know that every December, the Spanish government begins the penguin sponsorship campaign in Antarctica ? with the aim of them surviving and reaching adulthood. From Lyom we already have our sponsored penguin, and you, are you up for it?

9. SUSTAINABLE BEAUTY

We are all fans of beauty, looking good and neat gives us pleasure. But this pleasure can also be sustainable. Look for products that are eco-friendly, today there are many companies that are dedicated to manufacturing this type of products, plastic-free toothbrushes, ecological makeup remover cotton pads, reusable razor blades, shampoo and gel tablets, etc.

10. DON'T WASTE

In the end, it all comes down to one thing: stop wasting. Wasting energy, resources, food, plastic, time, etc. Our future depends on it and our actions can save the planet. Join the Zero Waste movement.