18 Products That Can Help You Save The Earth
With the effects of climate change increasing and becoming more grave, it's pertinent that we do our bit to help our planet recover and rehabilitate.
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These amazing pencils are made from recycled paper and they contain seeds (tomato, chilli, morning glory, fenugreek, tulsi, and marigold) too! When you're done using the pencil, just plant the capsule at the end and voila - you've lessened your carbon footprint.
Plus, they're made by local women artisans and thereby generate female employment.
3. Get this reusable cotton grocery bag with compartments - ₹269
5. Or, if your prefer something a bit more colourful, get this huge sturdy canvas bag for ₹489.
6. Menstrual Cups (available in Small, Medium, and Large sizes) - ₹199
Ladies, it's time to switch to menstrual cups - they're comfortable, prevent rashes and stains, and get you through the day without having to change. Also, they're good for the environment! A single menstrual cup lasts 10-15 years, whereas normal sanitary pads create a lot of waste and take loads of time to decompose.
So, save the environment and your money!
7. If you are hesitant to switch, use these biodegradable sanitary pads. Get a pack of 10 pads for ₹249.
These sanitary pads are completely organic (cotton, bamboo) and therefore, are extremely safe for the environment and prevent infection/rashes.
The pack also includes individual disposable bags.
9. Alternatively, you could get a retractable bottle for ₹699.
10. A coffee/tea holder (350ml) - ₹688
12. Vegetable Storage Bags (Set of 10) - ₹685
13. Get these fab ombre metal straws (5-pieces) for ₹249!
Just look at these gorgeous metal straws!
14. Or this collapsible metal straw, for a more compact and travel-friendly option - ₹499
Durable, environmentally viable, and fits in your palm.
15. A cutlery set which comes in a jute pouch - ₹299
16. Biodegradable garbage bags (90-pieces) - ₹275
Restrict your use of plastic garbage bags ASAP, and start using these ecologically friendly garbage bags which decompose within 20 days of exposure to sunlight.
17. Bamboo toothbrushes (Pack of 4) - ₹289
These lovely toothbrushes are biodegradable and more comfortable to use than regular plastic toothbrushes because of softer bristles.
18. And this charcoal dehumidifer (250 gms) - ₹519
Get rid of pollution generating room-freshener sprays and air purifiers!
This dehumidifer is chock-full of activated charcoal which helps maintain a dry, odour-free living space, and keeps pollutants, bacteria, mould, mildew, allergens at bay. The polyurethane filters are powerful enough to hold heavy particles like smoke, airborne particles etc.
Just place the bag in sunlight once a month for it to recharge, it has a shelf-life of two years.