Eco-friendly swaps for you home and building an eco-friendly lifestyle doesn’t have to be as hard as you might think. You don’t have to buy an electric car or swear off of plastic straws forever to make a difference! In fact, there are dozens of easy swaps you can make to reduce your carbon footprint (and perhaps even save yourself some money at the same time!). Here are five quick swaps to get you started.

1. SWAP PAPER TOWELS FOR CLOTH NAPKINS

If you typically use paper towels as your napkins for lunch or dinner, consider investing in a set of cloth napkins. You can choose an elegant set to impress guests on special occasions or you can find a set of plain napkins for just a few dollars. If you’re handy with a needle and thread, you could even convert old towels or cotton t-shirts into napkins to use over and over again.

2. SWAP PLASTIC FOOD CONTAINERS FOR GLASS CONTAINERS

Your standard Tupperware is bound to get old and stained before long, so when you need to replace your plastic storage containers, you may want to invest in glass. Glass containers are strong and long-lasting, so you can keep the same set for years or even decades. Plus, glass is infinitely recyclable, so if you break a piece or want to purchase a new set, you can recycle the old pieces.

3. SWAP STANDARD LIGHT BULBS FOR LED BULBS

If you’re not already using LED light bulbs in your home, now is the time to start! LED bulbs have tons of benefits in addition to reducing your carbon footprint. These bulbs light your home using far less power than standard incandescent bulbs, meaning you’ll get all the light you need at a fraction of the price. You’ll see the difference on your first energy bill after you switch!

4. SWAP SHOWER GELS FOR SOAP BARS

Purchasing packs of soap bars is a great way to save money and protect the environment. Usually, shower gels and body washes are packaged in plastic that rarely gets recycled. Soap bars, however, are packaged in paper, which is easy to toss in with the rest of your recycling. Plus, you’ll be sure you’re using every bit of soap in the bar, which can be hard to do when you’re reaching for the last drops of soap in a bottle.

5. SWAP DISPOSABLE RAZORS FOR SAFETY RAZORS

Disposable razors are certainly convenient, but they also contribute to an incredible amount of bathroom waste. Instead, consider purchasing a safety razor. Instead of having to replace the entire razor every time the blade gets dull, you can simply replace the blade itself. You’ll greatly reduce your plastic waste and will never have to worry about buying another razor again!

Now that you have a few ideas for eco-friendly swaps at home, you’ll be able to reduce your environmental impact and save some money at the same time. Why not invest that extra cash into taking a Myrtle Beach vacation? You can enjoy the sun and sand, explore an amazing city, and continue your eco-friendly habits by embarking on one of our eco-tours in Myrtle Beach! Contact Blue Wave Adventures today to explore the possibilities.