Tips for eco-friendly apartment living – for a greener future

The simplest and best way to start your journey towards living a more eco-friendly life is by recycling. A common misconception is that recycling in large apartment buildings can be tricky, but if you're determined, anything is possible! If your apartment does not have separate dumpsters for different materials, you can work towards achieving this first. There are probably recycling drop points close to you, and you can drop them off at the nearest spot. A little extra work for a greener world!

Another way to live more sustainably is to rethink your food and diet choices. Consider a more plant-based diet, for starters. This change does not mean you have to give up on meat entirely, but starting small is a more realistic way of approaching the issue. You can start by cutting down meat consumption one week at a time! Another eco-friendly measure one can take would be to eat locally, as much as possible. In this way, you're supporting your local farmers' market and low-scale food agriculture which is kinder to Earth. Packaging is another factor to consider for a greener approach, you can carry your own grocery bag to the market, visit zero-waste shops, and much more. When you're hunting for apartments in Nawala, look for more eco-friendly shops around Prime Residencies before you make a decision!

It's time to say goodbye to face wipes, and opt for either a good old napkin or biodegradable wipes. Remember, it's the smallest changes that make the biggest impact. Avoid single-use products as much as possible, and not everyone disposes of them properly. This is where wise decisions come to play. In terms of make-up and cosmetic products, look up more eco-friendly brands who take the extra step in supporting local, with sustainable manufacturing and consider the earth.

Despite the common misconception, food scraps do not break down in landfills. Organics cannot break down in a landfill because they are designed for storage and not decomposition, and due to the lack of oxygen at these sites, they are stuck in a limbo state releasing methane. Therefore, if you want to make a serious impact, start composting! If you have a small balcony or a window will, this is easily implementable.

The first place to begin is to immediately stop buying from brands that produce their clothing via fast fashion! Buy less, go thrifting or lean to make your own clothes – these are all ways in which you can be more eco-friendly. While you may be tempted to buy the jacket that you've had your eye on for some time, if you hold out, buying less helps much more than one would think!