Starting the journey into a more sustainable way of living can be a little intimidating. There’s a lot of information available online (like our Nolisoli Sustainability Guide), but most people don’t know where to start. There are small, everyday things that can help, like saying no to plastic, turning off the lights, walking and reducing the amount of red meat in your diet, but that’s also just the tip of the (rapidly melting) iceberg. 

According to a study by the University of Kitakyushu, the average Filipino produces half a kilo of garbage a day. For people living in metropolitan areas like Manila, Cebu and Davao, that number could go as high as 0.7 kgs. per person per day. It may seem less than expected, but if you multiply the average by the number of people, it goes up to about 54 million kgs. of garbage, not including the waste produced by manufacturing or commercial establishments. 

Although a huge chunk of pollution comes from corporations and big industries, it’s still important that we all do our part to help. If you’re looking for a few everyday products to switch out, here are some of their more sustainable and eco-friendly counterparts: 

Kitchen

Reusable sponges instead of disposable sponges

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Bamboo glass brushes instead of flimsy plastic ones

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Stainless steel coffee filter instead of disposable paper filters

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Home

Paper tape instead of plastic masking tape

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Laundry pods instead of detergent that comes in huge plastic packs

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Reusable kitchen towels instead of paper towels

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Personal Essentials

Refillable cotton floss instead of floss that comes in plastic packaging

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Reusable swabs that last up to two thousand uses each

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Plastic-free hair ties that won’t harm your hair or the environment

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Refillable stainless steel razors instead of flimsy plastic ones

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