If you are concerned about protecting the environment but are new to sustainable living and don’t know where to start, I’ve got information to help. All you need are some easy-to-implement sustainable lifestyle ideas. Don’t ever ask what just one person can do–you can do a lot! Here’s where to start.

Sustainable Lifestyle Ideas Anyone Can Implement

Stop buying bottled water

Instead of buying plastic water bottles and then throwing them out, start using a stainless water bottle instead. Plastic disposable water bottles cause harm to the environment, particularly ocean life. It’s so easy to start drinking from a reusable water bottle–and it saves money in the long run!

Take your own shopping bags wherever you shop

A lot of people already use reusable bags at the grocery store, but why stop there? So many stores still use plastic, that cutting out as many plastic bags as we can does help save the earth. Buy reusable bags that are washable if you’re worried about keeping them clean, and designate different colors for use at different types of stores.

Use natural cleaning products

So many commercial cleaning products have harsh chemicals in them! Cut down on your family’s exposure to these harsh chemicals by using natural alternatives. For example, check out what you can clean with Epsom salts!

Invest in reusable produce bags

A big culprit of plastic waste is all the plastic bags we use in the produce section. Avoid that waste entirely by investing in reusable produce bags. There are even easy ways to make your own out of old t-shirts.

Biodegradable is always better

Sometimes we all need the ease of disposable plates, cups and flatware. But wherever possible, use paper instead of plastic. And if given the choice, biodegradable is always better for the environment!

Bike to work

If you’re lucky enough to live near your work or school, one of the best sustainable lifestyle ideas is to bike {or walk} to work. Bikes have no harmful emissions, need no gasoline, and contribute to your physical health and well-being. What’s not to like?

Other Sustainable Lifestyle Ideas

There are more ways to life a sustainable lifestyle. Grow a garden, use washable cloths instead of paper towels, and use natural beauty products. Even if you can only adopt one thing on this list at a time, small changes count. Don’t be afraid to start!