13 Eco-Friendly Kitchen Products That'll Make You Feel Vaguely Virtuous

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1. These stainless steel straws that are basically just like the plastic straws, but without the waste factor.

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Promising review: "I had a difficult time finding normal size reusable straws, so these are perfect! I use a straw pretty much every day and I hated always throwing them away, so I would wash and reuse them a few times. They are very close in size to the disposable ones and have a nice bend to them. I was worried they would get too cold when I drink or too hot when I wash, but they don’t. I was also concerned that they’d give a metallic taste to my drinks, but I haven’t noticed any. I definitely recommend these straws!" —Keely M

Get a set of four from Amazon for $6.89.

Find even more plastic straw alternatives here.

2. This beeswax wrap that'll make pesky, wasteful plastic wrap a thing of the past.

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My coworker Rachel swears by this stuff! It's made from organic cotton, sustainably sourced beeswax, organic jojoba oil, and tree resin. You can use it to cover bowls or dishes, or to wrap up cheese, sandwiches, or bread. To use, you cover or wrap the item, and then sort of press your hands on it gently for a few seconds to warm the wrap; in a few seconds, it'll sort of melt down and stick to itself (or the bowl).

Get it from Amazon for $18 (available in three colors/prints) or Jet for $18.

3. These wheat straw food containers that are as cute as they are eco-friendly.

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Promising review: "This set of containers is a great combination for me. The size of each one is perfect. The air tight lid keeps the food freshness longer. Simply pull the the rubber button before close the lid, and press the rubber button after close, the air is pressed away and the lid is very tight. I like that idea and it works good for me!" —TJ's Mommy

Get them from Amazon for $14.88 (available in two colors).

4. These reusable silicone sandwich bags that'll make you say "plastic baggies? Haven't heard that name in years."

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I heard about these cool plastic bag alternatives from my coworker Tom, who bought them after he learned that there will be 12 billion metric tons of plastic in landfills by 2050 if we continue at the rate we're going. They can hold up to four cups of everything from fruits and veggies to meat and fish, and, according to the company, could last you up to 30 years. They have a lock bar that keeps them closed and leak-free, and they're dishwasher friendly.

Get them from Amazon for $17.89.

5. These bamboo paper towels that you can actually wash and reuse.

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Promising review: "I wish I knew about these YEARS ago! I gave up using paper towels regularly, and these felt like a happy reunion. Remember all those old paper towel commercials where 'their' paper towel kept cleaning while the 'other' paper towel fell apart right away. I am sure every single commercial was actually using one of these instead. They feel just like a paper towel when wet, only they will not break apart. Clean your whole house with one, then wash it and put it away for next time." —Amazon Customer

Get them on Amazon for $7.99.

6. These reusable mesh produce bags for going plastic-free at the grocery store and at home.

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Promising review: "I love this product so much that it makes me excited to go grocery shopping, which everyone knows is a rarity. I will do anything to avoid using those horrendous plastic, environment-destroying bags at the grocery store and I found the perfect solution! These bags are well made and color coded and the mesh material makes it light enough so they don't add weight to your items during checkout. The drawstrings are perfect if the checkout clerk needs to open them quickly for the code. I also use them to store my veggies in the fridge and you can pop them in the washer for easy cleaning. Literally, these are the best thing ever and even better — NO MORE PLASTIC BAGS." —asinha

Get a set of nine on Amazon for $13.98.

7. This compost bin, a cheap and convenient way to help you save the planet.

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This is a favorite among my coworkers for its compact size (7"x7"x7"), price (less than $20), and cute, sleek exterior. Plus, it's easy to clean, and has a convenient handle for bringing it to wherever you need to drop off your compost when it's full.

Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in white and gray).

8. And these biodegradable trash bags to hold everything else that you can't compost.

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Promising review: "I absolutely love these compostable trash bags...so much so that I started giving short rolls as gifts! I was just excited to share a way to rid our planet of at least one source of plastic. These trash bags work great. We use them for about one week before changing usually at our house without any issues. Just make sure if you put a lot of wet stuff in there, that you change the bag before TOO many days pass, or the bag may begin to break down. This only happened ONCE and it wasn't a big deal. You will love these — a great product." —C. Campagna

Get a 50-count box on Amazon for $15.95.

9. This bamboo flatware that's an excellent replacement for all of those plastic forks and knives you keep using.

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These come in a pouch made from recycled plastic (you can choose from a variety of colors), and the set is made up of a bamboo spoon, a fork, a knife, and chopsticks. They're lightweight and easy to carry — there's a carabiner attached to the back of the pouch so you can easily attach it to the strap of a purse/backpack), and the bamboo utensils are also heat- and stain-resistant (they're coated with food-safe wood oil to ensure durability). Read more about them here.

Get it from Amazon for $11.45+ (available in six colors).

10. These reusable coffee filters that'll make you regret ever using the flimsy paper ones.

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Promising review: "I love these organic hemp filters! I feel so much better about using them than paper filters. They are easy to use — just compost the coffee grounds, rinse out, and let them dry. I have two and alternate using them, but they dry quickly and can be used multiple times a day. I have used them both for months now, and they show no sign of wear. The coffee still tastes great, too!" —Jessie Hallowell

Get a pack of three on Amazon for $19.95.

11. These silicone teabags, for delicious, waste-free tea drinking.

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I tried these cute silicone tea infusers for all of my looseleaf tea, and they're really great. The silicone is way easier to clean than metal, they're BPA-free, made of food-grade silicone, and can be used again and again.

Get them from Amazon for $8.99.

12. These awesome containers that'll help you majorly cut back on food waste.

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They'll actually keep your whole, un-chopped produce as fresh as the day you bought it at the grocery store — for almost two entire weeks! My coworker Natalie tested them out, and was amazed at how well they worked on her strawberries and spinach.

Get a set of two on Amazon for $14.99.

13. And these Food Huggers, which will keep your cut vegetables fresh, snug, and delicious.

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If you don't have refrigerator space for the containers, then these are a great way to keep your fresh produce holding on a little longer. These are like putting your cut veggies in a plastic bag, except without the waste, and with extra hugs.

Get them from Amazon for $4.99 (available in two sets of colors).

Read more about them here.