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Easy ways to live more eco-friendly lifestyle

Compost bins have become a huge trend in the last few years – and for good reason. Not only do compost bins reduce waste by letting you re-use things you would normally just toss out, but they also save you money and help your plants grow better in your garden.
By Republica

Recycle 


Chances are that if you’re thinking about taking on a more eco-friendly lifestyle then you’ll already be recycling. You can recycle almost everything, from batteries to paper to cars. Before you throw it away, take a minute to find out if you could recycle it instead. 


                        


Try to cut out plastic


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Plastic seems to have found its way into every single aspect of our lives. However, giving it up isn’t as difficult as you might think – bring a canvas bag with you when you go shopping, buy your fruit and vegetables lose and stop buying bottled water.


 


Choose cloth over paper


Instead of rushing to the store and purchasing a dozen rolls of paper towels when you are ready to do your spring cleaning, cut up an old t-shirt or other form of clothing and use that as a rag instead. You were going to toss it out anyway, why not save some money.


 


Start a Compost Pile or Bin


Compost bins have become a huge trend in the last few years – and for good reason. Not only do compost bins reduce waste by letting you re-use things you would normally just toss out, but they also save you money and help your plants grow better in your garden.


 


 

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