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Sustainable New Year's Resolutions 2022 - Eco Guide. Friendly Tips on How to Go Green in 2022.<\/p>

1. Get rid of things you don't need<\/p>

3 out of 5 tees are thrown away within 12 months. Do you have loads of clothes you really don't need? Donate them, or even resell them via popular apps like Esooko or Vinted. It really can be fulfilling knowing your clothes can actually help people for generations. what might be at the bottom of your wardrobe, could be somebody's dream hoodie, so if you don't wear something. Consider giving it new life, as It could make a big difference. The same goes for any household item really. Saucepans, plastic containers, curtains. You name it, somebody might have a use for it.<\/p>

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2. Go Plastic-Free until '23<\/p>

I bet you could make it through the year without buying any plastic product if you tried. And if you can do a year, you can easily do 5 more. I'm talking no plastic straws, plastic containers, plastic packaging, even clothing. Yes, you heard that right, most of your clothes (64%) contain micro plastics such as polyester, nylon, acrylic, and polyamide<\/strong>.<\/p>

The reason this is particularly bad news is because when you use a washing machine, the microplastics are then shed into the drain and into our oceans. Studies have found that fish then eat these microplastics and we end up eating that seafood. To combat this disturbing reality, try opting for 100% organic cotton clothing, by audited and ethically certified companies like Eco Kaila<\/a>, this guarantees no harmful plastic in your clothing, no danger to sealife, and longer-lasting clothes.<\/p>

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3. Go Plant-based<\/p>

Listen, going plant-based sounds like a BIG deal. But it really doesn't have to be. I'm not vegan, and not sure I ever will be. You have to balance your quality of life and the sustainability of that life. You should, however, opt for a healthier diet, as most people choose to do in the new year, but you don't have to dive right into the deep end. Try Meatless Mondays or even Tofu Tuesdays. Going smoke-free doesn't happen in a day - you have to slowly reduce the harmful intake. The same is true for effective dieting.<\/p>

Going plant-based is one of the best diets for your body, backed by countless studies<\/a>, and is great for the environment. Consuming less animal-derived products will not only help their population, but animal products also have a much higher carbon footprint, accounting for almost one-quarter of all global greenhouse gas emissions. Therefore, reducing this can help you on your journey to not only having a better body and mind, but also a better conscience, knowing you're helping your planet. Plus, it unlocks this really cool t-shirt;<\/p>

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4. Start Gardening<\/p>

Creating a mini-ecosystem in your back garden can be quite fun, great to look at, fulfilling, and a nice talking point for friends and family. Planting new seeds can encourage wildlife, whilst also being a great alternative for store-bought fruit and vegetables, hugely reducing your impact on the environment. Don't have a big garden? Don't worry, a few wildflower plants can make a difference of pollinating a huge array of species. You can even have self-watering indoor plants if you're on the more forgetful side, like me.<\/p>


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5. Hybrid all the way<\/p>

I know everyone talks about the huge impact cars have on our environment, but that's simply because, it's true! If you have the option to drive or to walk, cycle, or scoot a short distance, please choose the latter, as the EPA explained \"A typical passenger vehicle emits about\u00a04.6 metric tons of carbon dioxide per year<\/strong>\". That's a lot considering there are there are\u00a0about 1.446 billion vehicles<\/strong>\u00a0on Earth in 2021. That is 6.6516 billion metric tons of carbon dioxide per year, just on land travel. <\/strong>Consider getting a bus pass, train season ticket, or another form of carpooling to reduce the impact of getting from A to B on long distances. If you have to drive, consider doing some research on hybrids. Your favourite car brand might do one for cheaper than you think, with lots of benefits included. Why aren't I promoting fully-electric vehicles? The answer is that electric doesn't always equal sustainable. Electric car batteries are made from lithium-ion, which is creating a huge waste-management complication for recyclers at end-of-life facilities. However, there are scientists and engineers working on solutions for reusing these materials, as we speak!<\/p>

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BONUS: Travel!<\/p>

If you're thinking of traveling this year, praying the current 'situation' gets better, reconsider before spontaneously booking a flight. Have you explored everywhere in your country yet? Are you able to visit neighbouring countries via train or boat? Think about how much emissions your decisions are making. If you really feel the need to fly away, you should be aware that some companies will now offer carbon offsetting<\/a>. This is where they will charge you an additional fee, which can cover the costs of extracting the carbon from the atmosphere that you would have created.<\/p>

Everyone loves to travel, I own a clothing brand for god sakes, I need some good pics! But there are ways for you to have at least a carbon neutral impact on the planet whilst doing so. This includes all of the points I've just mentioned, as well as many, many more. This isn't meant to be self-promotion, however, if you do honestly want eco news insights, as well as regular tips on how to be more eco-conscious, consider following us on Instagram, @ecokaila<\/a>.<\/p>


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