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Surprising Ways to Live an Eco-Friendly Lifestyle

Living an eco-friendly lifestyle doesn’t have to be complicated. There are many surprising ways that you can reduce your environmental impact and help preserve our planet. We will discuss some of the most effective strategies in this blog post, so read on if you’re interested in learning more.

Use Less Water

waterOne great way of sustainable living is by cutting down your water usage. Many people are unaware of how much water they use daily. For example, many people leave the faucet running while brushing their teeth.

This wastes around four gallons of water. You can save so much water simply by turning off the sink while brushing your teeth. Doing something as simple as this can make a big difference. Another way to reduce your water consumption is by showering less.

Showers are one of the biggest culprits when it comes to wasting water. A ten-minute shower uses around 40 gallons of water. If you cut your shower time down to five minutes, you would be using half the amount of water. You can also save water by investing in a low-flow showerhead. Low-flow showerheads use less water but still provide enough pressure to get you clean. This is a great way to save water without making major changes to your lifestyle.

Bring Your Own Reusable Bags

A surprising number of people still use plastic bags when grocery shopping. While some stores are starting to charge for plastic bags to reduce their environmental impact, many shoppers still aren’t in …

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