5 KIND ways to reduce waste at home

Throughout lockdown, bedrooms turn into offices, lounge rooms turn into school yards, and the ‘new normal’ is quite challenging. Throughout all of the chaos, one thing remains the same… our quest to find ways to reduce our waste!

As we are all spending more time indoors, our home waste can grow and build up quite quickly. So today, we would love to share 5 simple things that you can do to keep your waste at a minimum!

01. Reuse take-away containers!

During the past few months of lockdown, we have loved our Friday night takeaway. It’s always so great to kick back and relax - whilst also knowing that we are supporting a local business. Whilst a few restaurants focus on waste reduction, many don’t. Most venues package their takeaway orders in plastic containers, and deliver them in single use plastic bags. As frustrating as this can be, there are a few very easy way’s for you reuse them! From organising kid’s craft supplies to homemade paint trays, the leftover containers can be reused all around your home! Instead of throwing them out, get creative!

02. Create a compost!

If you haven’t already - a great way to reduce your food waste is by creating a compost. During lockdown, many (ourselves included) have turned to gardening! By utilising a compost, you can enjoy some fresh homegrown veggies, and use your scraps to fertilise your garden - producing even better veggies down the track. It’s all part of a Circular Economy! If you don’t have a garden, you can still create your own compost and contact locals within your community or farms to see if they would like your organic fertiliser. If you are looking for a trendy little compost, check out Garden Trading.

03. Reduce your food waste!
Throughout lockdown it may be tempting to stock up on food to avoid several trips to the supermarket, but before you do - consider your environmental impact.  Don’t overbuy foods that are perishable – especially if they come in non-recyclable packaging. Plan your meals ahead, and consider which items will be left over - and what can be reused in another meal later that week. If you do have items that you know won’t get used that week, download OLIO! OLIO a free food sharing app, that is used by millions of people who are giving away food and other household items to the neighbours - for free!

“Fight waste. Help your neighbours. Save our planet. Feel amazing!” - OLIO

04. Reusable masks!

As face masks become a part of our everyday life, many businesses have pivoted to create stylish and reusable masks, that can help eliminate waste. Reusable masks can be washed with your clothes, and continue to be worn time and time again - saving your pockets and our planet! Aeibe is a London business created by Husband and Wife duo, who create reusable face masks - which have been made with ethically sourced materials from local suppliers.

05. Sustainable cleaning products!

Did you know that some cleaning products (such as disinfectant wipes) can take the same amount of time to break down in landfill as single use plastics? There are so many harmful chemicals in the cleaning products that we frequently use - but luckily, there are some great brands out there who have created sustainable and waste free alternatives! Blueland have created a range of waste-free cleaning products, that are harsh on germs but gentle on our planet. Their bottled are made to be refilled, not end up in landfill.

As a brand, KIND Collection aims for ‘zero waste’. This means we reclaim, recycle & re-purpose wherever possible. We hope that you learnt a trick or two in this blog, which can be implemented at your home. If you have any questions about our wastage at KIND, you can head to our website, or send us an email!