5 Essential Sustainable Kitchen Items You Need ASAP
Written by Campbell Fauber for Our Sustainable Future
Interested in how you can make your kitchen an eco-friendlier hub? Consider replacing single-use kitchen items with more durable options. Here are 5 easy and sustainable kitchen swaps that I absolutely love.
1. Food Huggers
Have an extra half of an onion? Need to cover up a sliced apple or opened metal can? Fear not! Food Huggers are here to help. Food Huggers are made out of 100% silicone, are dishwasher, freezer, and microwave safe, and keep your fruits and vegetables fresher for longer. Instead of using single-use plastic wrap, opt for Food Huggers, a more sustainable (and cuter) option! Learn more about Food Huggers here. Photo via foodhuggers.com
2. Beeswax Wraps
Beeswax wraps are not only eco-friendly, but they’re also easy to use and wash! Use them to wrap your leftover bread or pastry items to avoid using plastic wrap. Beeswax wraps are also free from harmful chemicals and plastics, are great to bring with you to farmers’ markets, and will keep your bread fresh! If cared for properly, they should last for about a year. Check out these beeswax wraps here. Photo via simplyinspiredgoods.com
3. Stasher Bags
Stasher Bags are one of my favorite sustainable kitchen items. I use them to store snacks, fruit, and even soup, which makes it easy to keep food fresh at home and on the go. These platinum silicone bags are freezer, oven, and microwave safe, and are made without harmful chemicals including as BPA or latex. They also come in a variety of fun colors and sizes! Once you buy one (or a few), you’ll never want to buy single-use plastic bags ever again. Click here to learn more. Photo via stasherbag.com
4. Reusable & Washable Coffee Filters
Do you know how many coffee cups and disposable coffee filters are thrown away each year? The numbers are staggering -- over 2 billion cups and 140 million disposable filters end up in landfills every year, according to ThriveMarket.com. If you’re an avid coffee drinker who’s curious about how to help, consider purchasing reusable coffee filters! Not only do they eliminate single-use filters at home, but they are made out of organic cotton and are recyclable. Learn more about reusable coffee filters here. Photo via ThriveMarket.com
5. Compostable & Biodegradable Sponge Cloths
Say goodbye to paper towels -- sponge cloths are in and here to stay! Sponge cloths are a fun, sustainable alternative to using generic paper towels. They dry quickly and never smell. When you switch to sponge cloths, you are helping reduce the amount of plastic packaging that ends up in landfills. Additionally, these cloths are antibacterial, compostable and 100% biodegradable, so disposal is quicker, cleaner, and easier than ever. Learn more about sponge cloths here. Photo via PackageFreeShop.com
