Start the year off with resolutions that stick, and reduce waste while you're at it! Eleisha and Ali are back from their break to share the ultimate beginner’s guide to low-waste living. Whether you’re new to this lifestyle or need a refresher, this episode breaks down the "5 Rs" of waste reduction and offers actionable tips for making sustainable choices that fit into your daily routine.

Key Takeaways

• The 5 Rs of Low-Waste Living: Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, and Rot.


• Trash audits: Analyze your household waste to pinpoint where you can cut back.


• Upcycling wins: Ali’s DIY yoga bolster shows how repurposing old items can be both functional and chic.


• Composting clarity: It’s not just for food scraps—you can include natural textiles, bamboo toothbrushes, and more.


• Start small: Swap paper towels for cloth rags, shop secondhand, or simply refuse freebies you don’t need.

Links

• World Waste Statistics


• Global Waste Management Outlook


• 2022 EPA Effluent Guidelines Program Plan 15


• Join or find a Buy Nothing group: https://buynothingproject.org


• Compost services and tips: EPA Composting Guide


• Refilleries near you: Low-Waste Store Locator


• Learn more about Eleisha’s refillery and shop: mainlineshift.com


• Follow Ali’s viral upcycling tips on social media: @tiny_waste

Join the Conversation

Are you planning to lower your waste this year? Share your progress or tips with us on social media @OneCanHopePodcast!