{"id":23533,"title":"10 Ideas To Become More Sustainable","description":"We take a look at ten ways to live more sustainable.\n\nGlobal warming is becoming a more pressing issue as time goes on. Our environment is directly impacted depending on the decisions we make. Swapping daily tasks and products for more sustainable\/eco friendly alternatives can reduce the effect we have on the environment. Here we look at 10 ideas we may want to adopt to help us live more sustainably. Taking on 1 of these ideas can make a difference but taking on several can make an even bigger difference. Some of these ideas can also save you money too.","content":"<h3><strong>We take a look at ten ideas to live more sustainable.<\/strong><\/h3><p>Global warming is becoming a more pressing issue as time goes on. Our environment is directly impacted depending on the decisions we make. Swapping daily tasks and products for more sustainable\/eco friendly alternatives can reduce the effect we have on the environment. Here we look at 10 ideas we may want to adopt to help us live more sustainably. Taking on 1 of these ideas can make a difference but taking on several can make an even bigger difference. Some of these ideas can also save you money too.<\/p><ul><li><p>Save Water<\/p><\/li><li><p>Eat Less Meat<\/p><\/li><li><p>Go Paperless<\/p><\/li><li><p>Grow Your Own Produce<\/p><\/li><li><p>Reduce Energy Usage<\/p><\/li><li><p>Recycle<\/p><\/li><li><p>Recycle, Sell or Donate Unwanted Items<\/p><\/li><li><p>Drive Less<\/p><\/li><li><p>Grocery Shop Sustainably<\/p><\/li><li><p>Purchase Sustainable Clothing<\/p><p><\/p><\/li><\/ul><h3><strong>10. Save water<\/strong><\/h3><p><img src=\"https:\/\/images.teemill.com\/npzjmnbccvrlqoqn6kipbq0as6pfpx5lcfdleyvevyhccnad.jpg\" alt=\"npzjmnbccvrlqoqn6kipbq0as6pfpx5lcfdleyvevyhccnad.jpg\" \/><\/p><p>Cutting down on water usage not only reduces your affect on the environment but also saves you money. Having a water butt in your garden allows you to water the garden without using water from the tap. Reusing water after cooking or cleaning to water plants decreases your water usage.  Phoenix Ashes &amp; Co recycle the water used in their processes so clean that you are able to drink it. To learn more about this and more click <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/sustainability\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><u>here<\/u><\/a><\/p><h3><strong>9. Eat less meat<\/strong><\/h3><p><img src=\"https:\/\/images.teemill.com\/e40f04dc9o6bytvy7lallt4k19rtpc9la4mdr3mfemrvjej9.jpg\" alt=\"e40f04dc9o6bytvy7lallt4k19rtpc9la4mdr3mfemrvjej9.jpg\" \/>Climate change is highly affected by the meat industry, this is from the production as well as the transportation. The industry also has a large effect on landscapes because of the plots needed to house these animals. Eating meat alternatives is better for the environment and fights against pollution.<\/p><h3>\u00a0<strong>8. Go paperless<\/strong><\/h3><p><img src=\"https:\/\/images.teemill.com\/poiypbyban9zrnqpy1m0rw7saazpsevrxml5qgtfisrtnldw.jpg\" alt=\"poiypbyban9zrnqpy1m0rw7saazpsevrxml5qgtfisrtnldw.jpg\" \/>The production of paper has a big impact on the environment and climate change, from the tools used to remove the trees, to the equipment used to make the paper. As well when paper is disposed of and begins to decompose it emits carbon dioxide. Some ways to reduce paper usage is too switch to online applications, send emails instead of letters, and read books through an online source.<\/p><h3><strong>7. Grow your own produce<\/strong><\/h3><p><img src=\"https:\/\/images.teemill.com\/r1mwy9odquk8m4fehrn9zrwv7m0xhigoiw605tgcxzkopmwb.jpg\" alt=\"r1mwy9odquk8m4fehrn9zrwv7m0xhigoiw605tgcxzkopmwb.jpg\" \/>Most produce is imported to supermarkets which increases fossil fuels usage, growing your own vegetables saves money and decreases the effect on the environment. Some imported produce creates water and air pollution in the areas it's grown.<\/p><h3><strong>6. Reduce energy usage<\/strong><\/h3><p><img src=\"https:\/\/images.teemill.com\/pmx5ftbidwyxx7unae15g8fwnix0g5sjsnup2faq9hgluj7m.jpg\" alt=\"pmx5ftbidwyxx7unae15g8fwnix0g5sjsnup2faq9hgluj7m.jpg\" \/>Using a high amount of energy can add to carbon emissions and increase climate change. Using less energy can reduce this, such as turning lights off, turning unneeded plugs off, and using non-electric alternative appliances. To reduce the effect of your energy usage you can switch to a sustainable energy provider or install solar panels. Phoenix Ashes &amp; Co <span style=\"font-family:'Barlow Condensed', sans-serif;\">are proud to be a carbon-neutral clothing brand, to learn more click <\/span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/sustainability\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span style=\"font-family:'Barlow Condensed', sans-serif;\"><u>here.<\/u><\/span><\/a><\/p><h3><strong>5. Recycle<\/strong><\/h3><p><img src=\"https:\/\/images.teemill.com\/tfepq97pjmpidyd0ocatlh8flzgnmjwrjeeuissxxw9h1cpq.jpg\" alt=\"tfepq97pjmpidyd0ocatlh8flzgnmjwrjeeuissxxw9h1cpq.jpg\" \/>Recycling as many of your products or packaging as possible, this means they don't end up in landfills which affects the environment hugely. When you recycle, these items get broken down into materials which can be used in new products, not only does this repurpose these items but also takes the strain off the amount of raw materials that need to be harvested. <\/p><p>Every item produced by Phoenix Ashes &amp; Co is fully recyclable, so much so that at the end of the items life you can send it back to us for a credit to use on further purchases. Learn more <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/sustainability\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><u>here<\/u><\/a><\/p><p><\/p><h3><strong>4. Recycle by Selling or donating unwanted items<\/strong><\/h3><p><img src=\"https:\/\/images.teemill.com\/26lyfr2fhuvecolzlewla7dkfb3lzatj34vcgix5owwgyjly.jpg\" alt=\"26lyfr2fhuvecolzlewla7dkfb3lzatj34vcgix5owwgyjly.jpg\" \/>Selling or donating unused or unwanted items gives the items a new purpose and lessens the amount of production of new items. This can also make you or a good cause money unlike throwing away old products, and prevents landfills from filling up.<\/p><h3><strong>3. Drive less<\/strong><\/h3><p><img src=\"https:\/\/images.teemill.com\/3twvis5bl5bwkkr4iqj21l0dzzsh6czvjytk43edxlnvmvyg.jpg\" alt=\"3twvis5bl5bwkkr4iqj21l0dzzsh6czvjytk43edxlnvmvyg.jpg\" \/>On road driving makes up for around 20% of total emissions, which increases climate change. Switching to other methods of transportation can decrease the amount of emissions created. Using public transportation means multiple people can use the same vehicle instead of driving, although busses and trains create emissions, this is less than if all passengers were to drive. Walking and cycling produce no carbon emissions and are almost cost free. If other means of transportation aren't possible, switching to electric cars decreases the amount of emissions.<\/p><h3><strong>2. Grocery shop sustainably<\/strong><\/h3><p><img src=\"https:\/\/images.teemill.com\/vpct2svp805jmwuq91tue5dtov9uzhu2obpwx9wyvg1o2tyi.jpg\" alt=\"vpct2svp805jmwuq91tue5dtov9uzhu2obpwx9wyvg1o2tyi.jpg\" \/>Grocery shopping creates a lot of waste because of the packaging, which is commonly non-recyclable. The packaging usually ends up in landfills. As well, most supermarkets sell imported produce which increases carbon emissions. An alternative to this is using sustainable supermarkets, where you bring your own containers for food, and produce is locally sourced. If these aren't available, looking for fair trade or organic in big supermarkets is a more sustainable option.<\/p><p><\/p><h3><strong>1. Purchasing sustainable clothing<\/strong><\/h3><p><img src=\"https:\/\/images.teemill.com\/lht4kss2plk4xiuiy9i541gjkleldcnifnqloidxzufvgfli.jpg\" alt=\"lht4kss2plk4xiuiy9i541gjkleldcnifnqloidxzufvgfli.jpg\" \/>The clothing industry is the second largest cause of pollution and is estimated to produce 92 million tons of waste every year. Shopping as sustainably as possible can reduce these numbers, opting against fast fashion for companies that use sustainably sourced and recycled materials. Shopping in second hand shops or on second hand clothing sites,\u00a0 repurposes unwanted items and decreases the need for new production, as well as this second hand shopping is typically cheaper than fast fashion brands.<\/p><p>Every part of the Phoenix Ashes &amp; Co brand is built around sustainability and we are proud to be one of the few genuine sustainable clothing brands out there, we have something for everyone <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><u>here<\/u><\/a><\/p><p><\/p>","urlTitle":"10-ideas-to-become-more-sustainable","url":"\/blog\/10-ideas-to-become-more-sustainable\/","editListUrl":"\/my-blogs","editUrl":"\/my-blogs\/edit\/10-ideas-to-become-more-sustainable\/","fullUrl":"https:\/\/phoenixashesandco.co.uk\/blog\/10-ideas-to-become-more-sustainable\/","featured":false,"published":true,"showOnSitemap":true,"hidden":false,"visibility":null,"createdAt":1672610557,"updatedAt":1672678000,"publishedAt":1672678000,"lastReadAt":null,"division":{"id":225671,"name":"Phoenix Ashes And Co"},"tags":[],"metaImage":{"original":"https:\/\/images.podos.io\/ap2womjxbmbwc7abe5dzfctzojkukvprl6qebazbuv7f6tse.jpeg?z=1.1&fx=0.49042821371213&fy=0.45454545454545","thumbnail":"https:\/\/images.podos.io\/ap2womjxbmbwc7abe5dzfctzojkukvprl6qebazbuv7f6tse.jpeg.jpg?w=1140&h=855&z=1.1&fx=0.49042821371213&fy=0.45454545454545","banner":"https:\/\/images.podos.io\/ap2womjxbmbwc7abe5dzfctzojkukvprl6qebazbuv7f6tse.jpeg.jpg?w=1920&h=1440&z=1.1&fx=0.49042821371213&fy=0.45454545454545"},"metaTitle":"10 Ideas To Become More Sustainable","metaDescription":"10 ideas  to help us live more sustainably. \nSwapping tasks & products for more sustainable alternatives can reduce the effect we have on the environment","keyPhraseCampaignId":null,"series":[],"similarReads":[{"id":45007,"title":"Eco-Friendly Clothing: How Ethical Production Shapes Fashion Sustainability","url":"\/blog\/https-app-blaze-ai-docs-sustainable-fashion-economy-mn-geq-4-i-igx-ovnx-93-f-3-uh-ijt-len-p-40-jdm\/","urlTitle":"https-app-blaze-ai-docs-sustainable-fashion-economy-mn-geq-4-i-igx-ovnx-93-f-3-uh-ijt-len-p-40-jdm","division":225671,"description":"Eco-Friendly Clothing: How Ethical Production Shapes Fashion SustainabilityIn today\u2019s world, where the impact of our choices on the environment is more evident than ever, eco-friendly clothing is stepping into the spotlight as a game-changer in the fashion industry.  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