30 EASY WAYS REDUCE YOUR WASTE | My Top Tips & Hacks For Beginners!

[@everybodydad352]

i’m a teen and i still live w my mom so i don’t have complete control over how much waste we produce but i’ve started by using a water bottle refusing a straw or bags at stores and restaurants it’s not much but it makes me feel really great to even do a little bit

[@jessicathompson236]

everybody’ dad , a long journey begins with a single step. Something small can make a big difference.

[@AlexS-wg5hy]

everybody’ dad even a little impact is still an impact I’m so proud of you ❤️ keep doing what you’re doing

[@saimahramen]

:D

[@Becky0494]

That’s great 💕 encourage your parents to do the same but with compassion! When I was a teenager I just complained about the stuff I disagreed with 😒 nothing changed (big surprise)

[@Kasiarzynka]

I also live with my family and what I figured is if I don't use plastic stuff (specially when it comes to food and bathroom, not really about utensils), I don't produce plastic garbage so my family produces less plastic garbage as well. Like we buy these shower gel in plastic bottles. Imagine 3 people using it in 6 days (so it takes 18 usage days for a bottle), it makes 5 bottles a month and 60 a year. But if I start to use a bar soap, it's 9 days for a bottle (18/2 other family members), which is only about 40 bottles a year for our house. Reduces the amount of bottles by 1/3 because there are 3 people using the shower gel rn. I just got this soap yesterday and it was packed in a paper so pretty cool, wanna try it out. I also got myself a bamboo toothbrush and glass food container to take my food with me in (the cover is made of plastic tho). I do believe starting with smaller steps is the best you can do and I start by buying plastic free or reduced plastic stuff that is supposed to last longer. Like I was in Ikea yesterday due to my room renovation and chose material and rattan boxes for storing my possessions instead of cheaper but plastic ones.

[@janetpullin5364]

Fab video, I just wish the supermarkets would stop wrapping things in so much plastic. Glad that so many people are now talking about this subject.

[@brinawidmer]

Janet Pullin or the veggies/fruits that are sold minus the plastic are a lot more expensive. shouldn‘t they be cheaper because no packiging has to be produced and nobody has to pack it?

[@КатеринаПолковниченко]

Janet Pullin here in Ukraine we have almost all our fruits/veggies etc without wrapping at all. You just take as much as you need (and you can use your fabric wrapping). And it is usually much cheaper than wrapped ones.

[@Silverstreamhomecrafts]

@@brinawidmer I've noticed that myself, a plastic sealed broccoli in tescos is cheaper than a loose broccoli of the same size. That seems absurd to me for sure

[@justanother2433]

Janet Pullin What really bugs ne is when the organic StuffIt is wrapped in plastic, but the Not organic isn‘t.

[@td7363]

If there's no option other than plastic, I do sometime remove the packaging at the till and ask if they can recycle it for me. (point being I don't need to take it home wrapped up like that in the 1st place.) 😏

[@attiadean7683]

So often I see "zero waste" channels that come across as so condescending and judgemental that even if their tips we're good, I wouldn't be able to make it through the video. You, on the other hand seem very easy-going and easy to listen to. Keep up the good work!

[@brinawidmer]

if you have to get a plastic bag for whatever reason - use it more than once! we keep a couple of plastic bags at home for my boyfriend to carry his stinky hockey gear in but they will be used until they fall apart (like 10times or more). so if every plastic bag was used 10times instead of once we needed 10times less plastic bags which would already make a huge difference.

[@foxdoglucy]

breena.me I keep two plastic bags in our car, one for garbage and one for recycling we need to toss things while we are in the car

[@deby4679]

We could also wash zip lock bags that had frozen veggies, and reuse it. Plus, most grocery stores now have a recycling bin for plastic bags, so if we have any extras we can just take them there.

[@mann7298]

i always carry a plastic bag with me wrapped by a ponytail. it fits my backpack and smaller shoulder bag, so if i end up buying something, i wont have to buy a bag (so happy ive noticed pretty much all clothing stores in my area are charging for plastic bags now). i think it already has a few holes in it, but after its done, ill start carrying some canvas bag (my grandma is making me one that goes to a really small space yay)

[@aandm7772]

literally just do not use plastic bags. out of all things plastic that is the one we can EASILY avoid.

[@SarahStudt]

@@deby4679 I reuse any bags with zip locks! My rice comes in a 5 lb plastic bag and we reuse them for freezing food scraps (I also use it to get ice from fountain drink machines when traveling with a cooler)

[@rosemarybruce6290]

i got my indian takeaway in my own container the other night and was given extra free poppadoms (spelling?) & a note thanking me for using my own containers

[@MadeleineOlivia]

Love this!

[@samanthasambile]

That's so sweet! Awesome that they recognized that!

[@radmoonable]

@Sanjukta Ray it's pappadam in south India

[@patcummings7533]

Just found your channel... You are amazing !! Love the low pressure, ease of your presentation. I'm a 70 year old granny who is going vegan.. so tired of eating the old way. Need something easy, healthy with variety. I have found it with you.. Looking forward to learning a lot from you.. thanks Madeleine... a new subscriber..xo

[@amyisaway7800]

thanks for being a legend pat!

[@td7363]

Hey Pat. I was raised vegan by my mum who has just entered her 60s (I'm now vegetarian) . She's been vegan for over 40yrs and was made up when I showed her this comment on my mobile. Said it was lovely to see that all types of people are looking at a sustainable lifestyle.

[@TS-sh8xo]

I am a seamstress and you would be AMAZED at the amount of things I can make or reuse because of this life skill. Everyone, please, learn how to sew!! Even if it's just to sew a button back on. I've had people come to me and when I tell them it will cost them $15 to fix some article of clothing, they end up throwing it out and buying a new one because it's the same cost or cheaper!! So much waste!! If you do the work yourself, it's free!!!!

[@victoriaballard4634]

Also love sewing, really relaxing and I can save my favourite clothes from the trash. Buying second hand and choosing natural fabric that biodegrades also helps. I wondered if a present of a viscose dress would degrade and sure enough it comes from plants so should break down along with cotton, denim, silk and pure wool. I always check the labels.

[@Melissa.Garrett]

Yes! Being able to do basic crafts is so helpful. For instance, I just bought a bra that is just not the right shape for me, and would have been useless - but I’m going to alter it this afternoon. 😃

[@TS-sh8xo]

Princess Fairy Snacks My mother in law taught me the basics but KZbin has transformed my skill to the next level! Find a second hand machine or a basic one to learn on. Then find a KZbin channel that you enjoy 😊 you can do it! Even hand sewing is better than nothing and for that you just need needle and thread. Good luck and give it a try!!

[@RoLaarr]

Our local grocery store that i work at gives all of our spoiled or outdated produce and bakery to a local farm who composts it and uses it for fertilizer and to feed the animals ☺

[@MadeleineOlivia]

Awww amazing!

[@SuperCamper007]

The one I work for gives the reduced foods that don't sell to charities to use ( eg. Homeless shelters ) and bakery waste to farms for animal feed

[@alexandratsk6157]

Since moving in the UK I realised that buying veggies in bulk in big super markets is not common. In Greece we mostly have local and seasonal fruit and veggies that are not packaged. And people tend to not trust packaged pre-made food or imported. So that situation is not THAT extreme in all countries. UK citizens have very bad food culture and education.

[@MadeleineOlivia]

You’re very right! It’s so sad 😞

[@PsychoJacky666]

Thats true, but unfortunately greeks know nothing about recycling, theres so much use of plasic here and people dont even care about putting it in the right bin :(

[@alexandratsk6157]

Jackie V I know it's so frustrating. But thankfully government is finally starting to taking serious measures. Let's hope the mindset will change soon

[@simini1837]

Alexandra Tsk the reason is also the wheather. Many vegetables and fruits just dont grow in the UK but do grow in the warmer climate of Greece. If things are imported it has to be packaged to avoid food waste

[@Framlii]

Alexandra Tsk same in Poland but you get plastic bag to put it in

[@PancakeMonster67]

Oh gosh before I kinda figured that most people go vegetarian or vegan because they didn't want to hurt animals but I didn't even realize that meat industries produced so much waste until you put it into perspective! I'm definitely gonna do more research. I myself am not vegan or vegetarian, but I have been planning on incorporating more vegan meals in my diet because it's just healthier and gets me into the habit of cooking at home, but now I know it helps the earth way more than I thought to! (Btw I love your recipe videos because they show its so much easier than I thought to find/make vegan meals plus I've been trying to be more minimalistic because of the waste I found myself producing in my everyday life) thank you so much for your videos and perspective!!

[@andrea.mazvoni]

I am not vegetarian too. But I can still eat less meat. Mostly beef and pig meet. It is not that hard because i like chicken more anyway. Eating fish is also ok in my opinion. I don't think I will go vegan because I often use milk and eggs.

[@LeanneVlogzFilmz]

I'd be happy to eat less meat and dairy where possible. Due to my dietary restrictions, I cannot physically live on a vegan diet but vegetarian and vegan dishes I can add to my weekly diet 😁

[@SarahEarl]

I recently bought a toothbrush holder to keep my reusable straws sanitary in my backpack because I thought it would be pretty gross if they were just loose. It worked out really well

[@andrea.mazvoni]

I think har plastic or paper straws are better than metal for you teeth 🤪

[@amelijasalciute8504]

so i’m 14 still living with my family so i don’t control everything that happens but i’m proud to say that i do some of these things, i pick up litter, refuse plastic bags (always carrying my own), have a re-usable bottle and i love going charity shopping and so on. i loved this video, thank you for your help!

[@victoriaballard4634]

well done. dont forget to buy natural fibres, I have found awesome silk shirts in thrift shops for little money.

[@astridlarsen4035]

This is such an important message.... As an environmental engineering student I am so happy to see people taking these things into their own hands, since the politicians aren't aknowleding all aspects off environmental challenges. I agree with most of your recomendations and just wanted to add something. Plastic in the oceans are created by waste. BUT a lot of the microplastic in the oceans are do to fibres from clothes(washing your clothes) and run of water from roads containing polymers from tires (Found this in some research from the Danish Technical University). Even more so it is do to some countries not handelling their waste properly. This is a great problem in developing countries, but as alot of people will know, the western world also have some way to go. This is why it is SO so important that each and everyone of us are aware of the environmental problems, but also support green initiatives around the world. But just as you have shown here, it starts in the home. And what you are doing here is great! - much love from Denmark

[@szehangcc]

I never posted any comments on youtube. Not even on my favourite youtubers' videos. But I really appreciate your effort in spreading the "use-less/waste-less" message. :) So glad that you made this video because finally I got to see some unique content on my subscription list (not another food haul / shopping haul / morning routine / monthly favourites / GRWM types of videos)!

[@cloroxbleach3763]

Anyone in 2019??? I’m so surprised I wasn’t aware of climate change and the plastic crisis in 2018. I’m glad that I’m realizing what is happening and I’d like to say thank you so much for making this video

[@JazzyCrumbles]

Did you hear about the plastic decomposing enzyme that was created? It’s currently in testing to see if its negative impacts are worse than its positives, but I’m excited! Even if we recycle everything we use nowadays, there’s still trash everywhere, so I’m super hyped.

[@RuslanaRose]

sounds interesting! i never heard about it

[@nataliemorrell3083]

Sounds so interesting!

[@td7363]

www.theguardian.com/environment/2018/apr/16/scientists-accidentally-create-mutant-enzyme-that-eats-plastic-bottles

[@andrea.mazvoni]

Waxworms also eats plastic, but it is wery slow proces

[@MadeleineOlivia]

EDIT REGARDING WATER BOTTLE: I heard your cries about the shipping costs and got in contact with Vanity Planet. They have said they are currently looking into lowering the shipping costs, but that if you purchase the bottle and email customer service, they will do what they can to reimburse for some of the rate or we can send them a free gift. Sorry about this! I have worked so hard on this video for you guys, so I hope you enjoyed it and have come away inspired to lower your impact on this earth and start reducing! Please check the description box for everything I used/recommended in this video, as well as loads and loads of information about plastic waste, animal agriculture, food waste, the fashion industry and all the facts, figures and infographics I shared in this video. It is high time we came together to reduce our impact on this earth, stop acting like we own it and take care of it instead. Let me know in the comments how you're currently trying to reduce your waste, the problems you're dealing with and how you're overcoming them (or ask for advice on how to!). This is a space for us all to come together and work on reducing our waste as a community!

[@silviamoyanno]

Madeleine Olivia thanks!!! so interesting and useful. Sure i'll follow the tips🐝😘

[@mahfujahappy6006]

How do u wash ur moon cup?

[@MadeleineOlivia]

Boil it in water with some baking soda for around 10 mins and it’ll come out squeaky clean! I do this after every cycle 😊

[@tynanroyhiggins]

I was with you until the shameful vegan plug, you raised one case for your opinion. Mass scale agriculture is brain damage, not just for meat, but wheat too. Grow your own food, rear your own livestock. Live in a city? Buy meat and eggs from small family farms, and grow sprouts. The vegan diet is brain damage, vegetarians make sense.

[@Toonbeans]

A year later and the shipping price is stim over 40 dollars, sucks when companies don't keep to their promises

[@itstiffany510]

LOVE this video. I love how environmentally conscious you are. It’s hard to find KZbinrs who care this much and so authentically!

[@commeunalien9884]

I literally cried when you mentioned how does it cost to eat meat; water, energy, deforestation... I’m so happy to be vegan!! Keep posting! :)

[@AnnaEmilka]

Speaking about going vegan - this doesn't change anything unless you research the vegan replacement products, because it can be that they are more harmful than using for example honey or cow/goat milk. The almond trees grown to produce almond milk are almost solely located in California, which generates a mono-cultivation area that is very harmful for the environment. Also, bees needed to pollinate the almond trees are moved to California from other states, and because of the anti-bug sprayings, more than 50% of them die in the process, and the world already has a very big problem with bees dying out. The agave nectar is produced mostly in Asia, which again generates a mono-cultivation areas. Both of these products then generate waste and pollution in process of shipping world-wide. Please, research the alternatives before committing to them.

[@commeunalien9884]

AnnaEmilka okay, first: why did you say that only to me? And second I am aware of what you said but we can’t be perfect, I can’t be perfect, but I try anyway. Otherwise I won’t eat anything. Except if I grow my own veggies and fruits, make my own care products etc. The goal for me when you’re vegan is to try your best to protect animals and our planet, eat healthier, be conscious of things around us (buy as much as possible local, avoid waste, recycle, reuse etc). For exemple where I currently live (UK), there’s a real issue with the plastic, so I tried to avoid plastic as much as possible. But I’ve seen it had a cost, that I could afford, and I had to buy less food that I needed, which is not enough for my health. But I try different things; buy in charity/second hands shops, as I said reuse things, make my own care products etc :)

[@AnnaEmilka]

I didn't say it only to you, I posted a general comment about that as well. And I am very happy that you are aware of what I mentioned. And I didn't mean to offend you personally. I just find that there are lots of vegans that don't care how their food is produced, because it's vegan and that's enough for them, they don't give a shit about the effect it has on the environment. And there are many other milk substitutes, like oat milk for example. Also, I think that if there would be choice only between cow's/goat's milk and almond milk, it's better to go for animal milk produced locally, because of the production system of the almond milk. I also live currently in the UK, and I see the plastic struggle... It's actually scary for me, because I grew up in Poland, where we don't ude that much plastic, and here the scale is just overwhelming. And I appreciate everyone that tries to do something about it. I know that no one is perfect, and being aware of a problem is actually a first step to resolving it. Keep doing good things, and I'll try to join you in at least some of them

[@jules_logan5061]

AnnaEmilka What about the feed that is fed to the animals? Environmental impacts of soy and grain?

[@emmaslyons]

AnnaEmilka There are lots of alternatives to almond milk, Hemp milk is probably one of the most sutainable if you don't like Almond milk.

[@milam_is_ok]

Are you saying you're not obligated by law to recycle? That's crazy! I live in Italy and as bigger towns have their own management issues, every small village/medium town do recycle everything! Every day of the week is for some type of trash (food scrapes, plastics, metal, paper) and we put it outside in the late evening/during night. @6 a.m. is taken away and if any irregularity occur they will give you a ticket, I think it's a awesome way to work it out

[@YouAreLoved-qx4dr]

That's so amazing! Where I am from we have to pay to recycle, and with us we were not educated on what can and cannot be recycled.

[@KwniStewart]

In Greece recycling is horrible, it's not obligatory and people who do recycle don't know how to do it properly and end up contaminating the whole bin. Also everything is recycled in one huge bin

[@jucyjay8398]

I love that

[@helena-boateng]

yep that’s how it is down here in the UK ☹️

[@LesaBear612]

Recycling is better than nothing, but it is certainly not the answer. We often feel “okay” about buying something in plastic if we think, “oh well, it’s recyclable.” What we are finding here, in the states, is that a great majority of what we put to recycle is ending up in the landfill anyway. There’s a lack of buyers, the plastic is often contaminated because people don’t clean things well, or they throw in things that are not recyclable and the whole lot gets tossed. So we all need to think, like this video suggests, REDUCE, REUSE, and then recycle.

[@earlybirddreamful]

i like this video but about silicone mats i want y'all to know: unfortunately, those can be harmful for your health! they release poisonous steam when a certain temperature is reached, the temperature depends a little on the study (there were two and they had slightly different results) i'd like to link an article but i'm german and the article i read was written in that language

[@1987Isabella]

Thanks for pointing that out, was just thinking the same. Back in the day we would just grease the baking sheet with some oil or other vegetable fat, works fine.

[@sheenabw2]

These are some great tips! I purchase in bulk and use my own bags. This sounds silly but I have a coat rack next to the door. After I unpack all of my groceries, I immediately take all of my bags stuff them in a tote and hang them on top of my car keys. It is a fail proof. I never leave home without them. This prevents me from purchasing more reusable bags or getting a plastic bags due to forgetfulness. I have way less trash. Staying on trend was hard to let go of at first but now I feel so free. I love this lifestyle and I’m super grateful to have great people like you take the time to share your learning experiences. Thank you.

[@michalinapiekarska3905]

Hi! This video is great, I’d like to reduce waste and that definitely shown me how. One thing I have noticed ikea has is silicone lids (they’re called overmats) that stretch out and you can put them around jars, veggies so they don’t dry out and other things - I think it’s great solution to replace cling film and also keep stuff fresh for longer 😊

[@lindatait5326]

I watched this after shopping at Morrison’s for a change as I was over that side of town. They have a range of ‘Wonky Veg’, excellent I thought, I’m only going to be juicing the lemons so I don’t care what they look like. The Wonky ones were not only in a plastic wrapper BUT ALSO IN A PLASTIC TRAY INSIDE THE WRAPPER!!! 🤬 WTF! I expressed my displeasure slightly louder than was appropriate and alarmed a dear old lady buying oranges, I probably shouldn’t be allowed out on my own. I appreciate supermarkets efforts to use less than perfect produce but they still have a way to go. Rant over. This video was excellent by the way! Hugs x

[@blaithincarroll614]

SO SO appreciative of this video! I am jumping on the 'reduce the waste' train and need all the trips and tricks I can get! Thank you xx

[@MadeleineOlivia]

Yay so happy to hear it!

[@boheffner5984]

"people with periods" as a trans man that used to menstruate, /Thank. You./ There's a bulk buying group in my nearby city I've been excited to go and try out, I really want to see if they have dye free/scent free laundry detergent and baking soda and other cleaning supplies so I have to buy less cleaning things in plastic containers!

[@debbielarsen4831]

I really like that tip about buying stuff that may be wrapped in plastic, but is reduced due to going bad soon. That's a great idea so that it doesn't go in the landfill and create more gases. Thanks!

[@nrshree]

thank you for all those wonderful points.. especially the ones to make/ rebuild furniture or whatever you have. The fad of just everything brand new is killing our planet. Also the point to use whatever we already have is crucial, coz going minimal or zero waste does not just mean to throw all plastic we already possess and bring lovely looking wood/ glass alternative.. disposing responsibly is so important.

[@catherine_f_t700]

You're so right. I'm 60 and just had 2 sofas in my life, 3 fridges (they went down) and so on. My home is not for the magazines, it's the place I live in, trying to do my best to not be a burden on nature and it's resources.

[@Sammythatjewishnerd]

Small jars are great sustainable alternatives to using single use plastic baggies for on the go snacking. You can also use them (and empty candle jars) to plant succulents in. You can find many reusable bags, cups, and coasters for free at street festivals. I also have repurposed a Pringle’s container to hold bulk sunflower seeds, along with a plastic pencil pouch as a reusable ziplock bag. A more sustainable lifestyle is doable, but it takes patience and creativity.

[@SuperTuffgirl]

Trying our best is the least we can do to look out for our beautiful and amazing planet. Thanks for the share! ♥️

[@samanthasambile]

It's totally true, definitely doing your best is so important! I know for me, when I get overwhelmed or start feeling guilty over not being 100% zero waste, I end up feeling defeated. I have to remind myself that every bit that we do propels us to progress. I just posted a video regarding this. Thank you for sharing your tips and spreading the message! Beautiful shots too!

[@t-98]

"People who have periods" As a trans man that made me unbelievably happy Also this video is absolutely wonderful :)

[@MadeleineOlivia]

❤️❤️❤️

[@eddieportillo897]

Only women have periods.

[@mercedezm6583]

Lmao grow up.

[@gregitch]

That's why Theo is happy about the particular phrase "people who have periods" because in todays world it's absolutely normal to have more than born women and born men ... grow up. You live in a world where people can actually tollerte each other u know? :)

[@spinningonthatdizzyedge7583]

Theo Quinn yesssssssss ❤️❤️

[@VonnieOdette]

Thank you. This was excellent. I know it's difficult to make these changes while enduring the everyday stresses that confront young working people these days. It takes a lot of effort. As a soon to be 67 yr old, I hope you will ask people you know who are retired to help. We sometimes have gardens and would love the compost. We have skills, like sewing or building skills and would be willing to share our knowledge of a particular subject. But, most of all, we regret the state of our planet that we , unfortunately, did not recognize needed our help so badly . We held the first Earth Day, but fell into the routine of our daily lives as we grew older. We failed to ask our elders for help. We, most of all, would appreciate the opportunity to make recompense. I think I speak for most of the Hippe generation.

[@flamingowilliams9664]

"People who have periods" Thank you for fighting the good fight and being so inclusive

[@judimoss3250]

Flamingo Williams I don't understand this comment; women have periods. Yes they are people but men don't have periods so here 'people ' isn't correct.

[@saralovestaylor]

@@judimoss3250 Trans men. People who have female parts but do not identify as 100% cis female.

[@judimoss3250]

taylorde ah okay thanks. Please be careful about using 'cis' ; I am female I do not identify as 'cis female'.

[@saralovestaylor]

@@judimoss3250 Yes that's why I said people who *don't* identify as cis female.

[@asteri8299]

@@judimoss3250 cis just means cisgender. meaning you identify with the gender you where assigned at birth. theres no reason to be careful saying "cis". if you arent cis then you're trans in some form or another, thats how the terminology works.

[@digitalnomadgirl]

Damn that editing must've taken so long! Is this on your new camera? Quality looks amaaaaazing

[@MadeleineOlivia]

Thank you! Yes mostly on the new camera!

[@natalietaylor6581]

Maddie, I absolutely loved this video! Love your style of editing and all you stand for! It's clear how much time and effort you put into your videos and it's very much appreciated! Keep producing such great and IMPORTANT content! Would love to see more stuff like this from you :)

[@MadeleineOlivia]

Thank you so much!

[@juliedew6669]

Omg the sillicon baking pan covers aren't something I would have thought about! Wow!

[@SustainablyVegan]

Hey Mads, thanks for this video it was so beautifully edited and well thought out. Thank you for using your reach to talk about such an important topic

[@MadeleineOlivia]

Thanks for always inspiring me to do better and reduce my waste further! You’ve definitely been a very positive influence on me 😘❤️

[@valevale72]

Sustainably Vegan Ciao! I'm Val from Italy. And would love to tell you that I do absolutely appreciate your ideas..sadly in Italy we can't go with our own bags to the super market/market as Europe United gave ysw new rules. We must use and pay only for biodegradable bags, not re-usable. So.. hope you'll keep yourselves of of Europe or you won't be able to do that, anymore... beware guys. Keep it brexiting if you wanna survive..don't believe to their lies!

[@paneerpuri]

@@valevale72 that's no true, in Europe you can take your own bags to the supermarkets or buy the biodegradable ones.

[@valevale72]

@@paneerpuri exactly buy! you do have to pay for them! u can't re use a biuodegradable one! at least that's the law initaly, my dear!

[@elistzubiful]

Freezing food that is about to go bad and you don't know what to do with it is a great idea that never crossed my mind. Thank you! I feel ashamed for leaving that banana rot because I didn't feel like oatmeal for breakfast, when I could have saved it for now, when I do want oatmeal and I have no bananas!

[@Sarahlenea]

Excellent video! Since I can't compost at all, I bought a vegetable brush so I don't have to peel most of my vegetables anymore. And there are perfectly edible things that I use to throw away and I don't do that anymore (green parts of leeks, cauliflower's leaves, etc. I've also been using microfiber face pads for 5 years: they still look like they're new! The hardest part is to eliminate all waste related to food purchase.

[@bettysbuecherwelt]

I'm a vegetarian since 3.5 years. I always bring my own bags and say no to plastic bags. I have a similar water bottle and love it. I try to do more, but it's hard sometimes. My parents compost in the garden and we also recycle. I try to buy less stuff I don't need and today I cleaned my room an throw out many many stuff. I'm trying to use less plastic and be more like you :D

[@buzzfuster1341]

110% inspirational vid!! Thank you for all the great info. My daughter and I have been standing on the cusp of reducing our waste and this video is what's pushing us over the edge to finally implement in our lives many of the things that you talk about here. You are making a difference with this channel, keep up the planet-saving work! :)

[@flitz8612]

One of my favorite things to do to reduce clothes waste is to repurpose the fabric into something new! I'm currently sewing a t shirt blanket for a friend, and have used jeans to make a dog bed in the past! If it can't be donated because it's not in great condition, it usually goes into my sewing pile!

[@audragormley241]

These are all such tactical solutions to the waste issues we are dealing with. I already follow a low waste life style but even just the reminder helps every once in a while. Thankyou! Wonderful video, one of my favorites thus far!

[@writerinfact1768]

More than 10 years ago, I started using cloth hankies and napkins - which I made using fabric left over from previous projects. I have to say, linen napkins are a treat that only gets better the more you wash them! And, while I have cut down tremendously on my use of paper towels (mostly, just to clean up after the cat - the really ick things), I do still use one roll about every other month. Working on it!

[@jeanmuehlfelt7942]

Modern day landfills can recycle methane gas. We lived near one that generated electricity to run an entire prison complex. Glad you mentioned not using straws. They're such a waste. Vermiculture uses kitchen scraps to raise earth worms. Can even be done in an apartment. The castings feed your plants the fertilizer they need. Good ideas on your vid.

[@victoriaballard4634]

Yes wormeries do not smell and are fine for apartments. I have a small piece of earth around my apartment, lay down wet newspaper and collect the worms. Keep it there and replace it when it degrades into the soil using neighbours discarded newspapers and sending them back to nature. I would also use nearby parks and grass verges to compost all the biodegradables the worms dont like and cover with grass clippings. Thanks for promoting the wormery.

[@emmaBrdy]

Go girl! I've been meaning to compost/find a compost drop off in my area and you gave me that final push. Just located one and rummaged through my trash to get out all of the food scraps and WOW! Totally blown away by how much food scraps took up most of my garbage.

[@ivanjosip780]

I love your videos soo much, I come from school and just turn on the video. I am trying to be minimalist but I am not vegan and i still watch your cooking videos. I think it is because they are very calm and relaxing and you are so positive. Keep up the good work.

[@melissatavaresk]

One of your best videos so far. This message is so important, and I’m proud to see you trying to change people’s mind to the better. We’re not perfect, but everyday we have a opportunity to be a better version of ourselves, keep trying, we’re all trying, and we are gonna make it! #GoVegan 🙏🏻💚🌱🌎🌍🌏

[@andreahood9465]

This has been one of the most encouraging and useful videos I’ve seen on reducing our waste. Thanks!

[@RuslanaRose]

The silicone mats are so cool, i never seen these before! i'm definitely going to look for some of these

[@writerinfact1768]

Silicone is really just another form of plastic ...

[@jokl89]

Brenda Russell Just like the mooncup, it might be plastic, but it still reduces waste.

[@writerinfact1768]

I suppose it depends how sensitive one is to plastic. Physically, I mean. I am sufficiently sensitive that I have disposed of all the plastic I could, in my kitchen and personal care items. It's not easy. In my case, though, It's worth being able to breathe.

[@therandeydenyah]

I have been vegan for a very long time...lots of years...I love that you included that in your list. You are doing good for the world.

[@ngonigriffith8856]

Very good and helpful tips! Thank you. I am working on reducing, and buying more reusable products. I have the basics like water bottle, water filter, and shopping bags. I have reduced my toiletries from 27 items to 9. This is the bare minimum for me. Still trying to reduce other items besides toiletries that I use a lot. I got rid of my car thanks to Jesus and the Scriptures that talk about not having possessions here on earth. My very last step will be composting. We don't dump a lot of food because we eat leftovers like crazy, but things like banana and orange peels still needs help. I am taking things day by day and becoming more conscious of my waste. Please keep showing more videos like these to help us decrease waste even more. Once again, thank you for bringing awareness on this topic.

[@WippyChickCrochet]

Great ideas! Some things we have done were changing over to bar soap, powder laundry and dish detergent (they come in cardboard containers rather than plastic), giving up straws, ziplock bags. I'm going to look into composting. We live in the country so this should be possible. Also, I made fabric gift bags for Christmas and birthday gifts and we never use plastic shopping bags.

[@juchidaf]

My favorite video on how to reduce your negative impact

[@Stargirl_-wz8ub]

Excellent video!!! Can't wait to start these. Thank you for caring about our planet, Madeleine.

[@MoniqueTschachtli]

your videos are my favourite and you are so motivating to me i all aspects of my life! Self-love, veganism, minimalism, reducing waste, travelling, saving money and even getting up the courage to soon start my own youtube channel! thank you for that ❤️ keep up the amazing work you're doing!

[@jazzydolly]

I use a hessian sack for our household garbage bag, hang a small plastic bag (from bread or produce) just inside it for non-compostable/wet waste. It’s great, we have completely stopped using plastic bin bags and the sacks rotate out of the bin and into the wash on a weekly basis. They aren’t even gross because of the thought I put into the system, never any smells unless someone puts a cigarette butt in there.

[@justaninnocentpomegranate3702]

Thanks so much for the awesome tips!! Today at lunch I said no to the straw and I just ordered a reusable acrylic one!!! I think I’m also going to start doing “meatless Monday”

[@ericapaulk7231]

What has helped me so much is be careful who follow and watch even on KZbin. For example I watched a girl who liked random subscription boxes. So at one point I had 4 to 5 boxes coming in each month. Ever since I have started watching this channel I have one subscription box which is for books and I have also decluttered and bought less things.

[@mrslawgames9086]

loving the "challenge" ideas for freezer and cupboards. I did that specifically for beans since I went a bit crazy on buying them last year but not the whole cupboard/freezer

[@jessicavanderplas]

Great video! Thank you 🙏 I've been trying to make these changes and it makes me really happy. Just wanted to mention that thrift shopping actually often is not as sustainable, because a lot of thrift shops transport the clothes all over the world. This is important to consider. Clothes swaps and local thrift shops that take in clothes from that specific city are more sustainable options.

[@carmenbrisebois1151]

Excellent Madeleine! Very instructive video! Thank you for being so responsable!

[@janette3613]

i've been looking more and more into ways to reduce my footprint and videos like this one are so motivating (and informative!). thank you so much for sharing madeleine!! ♥♥

[@saraseefeldt39]

I loved this! Thank you for giving me some new ideas on reducing waste. One habbit I've been getting into is to not allow myself to get a coffee, takeout, etc. if I don't have a dish of my own to put it in. It helps the budget and the environment! We also try to make every food we can from scratch. It's better tasting, saves money and reduces waste. Plus, it's fun!

[@eleonorapasazhova7436]

Cool video. Thank you for the channel. I compost everything and I'm proud I recently started work at a restaurant and I took the food waste to compost in my urban garden. It made me feel so happy and free, even though I was working in the biggest city of my country at a flashy shopping mall restaurant - not a sustainable organic please. It proves it's possible to convince people to give you their waste free to use as composting material, while secretly helping reduce methane in the landfills . I feel like a top secret eco agent lol it's very much fun in the times of such enormous stress.i actually started composting for a therapy - the need to every three days go into the forest to deposit my compost, makes me feel much much better. Cheers, have a great day! :)

[@bethanyrskellington]

I don't live in a place that has local markets, places to buy in bulk, or health food markets (we don't even have recycling bins available to us...). I know I realistically can't be "zero-waste" but I can definitely do better to reduce my waste. My husband and I take out so many trash bags a week that it concerns me. I'm definitely going to try not using paper towels, not using aluminum foil, and taking my own bags to the grocery store to start. Hopefully one day I can move back to a city that has recycling services and local markets.

[@victoriaballard4634]

Sadly most of the recycling ends up in landfill. I am emailing and phoning CEOs of supermarkets, removing the trashy packaging at checkout and requesting less plastic.If you take your own paper bags to the store and weigh out the loose veg and fruit you can take less plastic home with you.Just reuse the paper bags then rip them up and on a rainy day they sink back into soil. I know how frustrating it is trying to avoid plastic when you have no eco friendly stores nearby.

[@mahfujahappy6006]

Thank you for more new ideas on reducing waste. I already stopped getting bags in super markets and shops. Trying a project to make my old little herb garden. Even though gardening isn't my cup of tea.

[@livingunjaded]

Yay! So excited that you made this video. There was a ton of great info-- I love how you gave so many different ways/angles on how to start reducing waste :)

[@bethanyhughes555]

I freaking love this video! I needed this so badly! I've been wanting to reduce my plastic consumption for so long and didn't really know where to start but now I do! I am also transitioning into a plant based diet at the moment so it's nice to know that's good for the planet too. Nice one gal, this video is awesome and I will 100% be sharing it around

[@MadeleineOlivia]

Yay so happy to hear it’s helped! And also that you’re trying to reduce your waste as well as transitioning to plant based! My biggest tip is to not be hard on yourself. You’re doing amazing just by making the switch ❤️

[@bethanyhughes555]

Thank you so much! I've just shared this on my social media, it's so important to realise these things really do matter and affect the planet. Have a lush day pal

[@MadeleineOlivia]

Thank you! You too ❤️

[@Elenkoism]

Since I got erosion on my teeth and I like fizzy drink and juice concentrate, I went over to metal straws. I also use re-usable bags when grocery shopping. It does save you money, even if it's like 20 cent per bag - imagine if you grocery shop two times a week, every week per year. Ends up being a lot of money in a few years and a lot of waste.

[@haileeroberts1786]

Love this! Thank you for dedicating a video to this. It's a great reminder that I need to make a point to clean up trash in my city when I see it and MUST plant some herbs and remember to request no straw! These are always a work in progress for me. xo

[@sarvin4471]

You said such amazing and inspiring things in the beginning! Thank you! Wise words.

[@ykChoi-pj3gu]

This video is amazing and I appriciate your reducing waste ways. It is wonderful to care about the Earth. Thank you for making this video. I love your channel so much! Your channel is my relief time 😊☺️

[@jasminew8442]

I love trying some of these things but get so frustrated when it doesn’t work out. Perfect example is the period cup 😩 just was a bad experience. But it’s great to know your options and give it a try. Changing a couple of your habits can really make a difference.

[@shrub44]

I've been trying to reduce waste this year and this video was SO helpful, thank you!

[@Syeee]

This was very educational and really opened my eyes! Thanks for the tips as well! 😊

[@jenlinds1]

I don’t like the thought of plastic inside of me yet reusable liners & pads are life changing. I’m surprised how much I like pads over tampons now (there are reusable tampons too FYI...I’ve seen crocheted ones on Etsy.) It’s a relief to me to know there are numerous options to stop single-use waste for this.

[@customprints9358]

Love this video, I'm trying to start my low to zero waste life, very helpful

[@PirateOfTheNorth]

I’m trying low-waste. I think it’s hard to go zero-waste but trying to reduce waste is a good start. These tips are great. Thank you.

[@bookjangbu]

These are really good and practical tips. Thank you for all efforts you put on for the better place we live in! I am always inspired by your good intention towards the world! I appreciate it :)

[@AlexS-wg5hy]

With fashion trends, I go to the thrift store and see if I can DIY the trendy stuff I see online with things around my house that my family doesn’t want anymore or old clothes I have or even other things from the thrift store

[@emeliasoderlund]

The editing, the tips, the facts, the music, the filming, the estetics, the quality, the inclusive language, the kind attitude ... What isn't great with this video? xx + 4:20 would take me maany re-takes haha

[@Fiftynine414]

Meal planning is so huge for us. We only buy what we’re going to be eating. Helps us stay on budget too. We have been able to spend the same amount of money on food per week for 10 years now $75 per week for 2 people.

[@sarasuperid]

I really appreciate you mentioning buying reduced items. That food will just get thrown away, but if you go home and use it in a couple days or freeze it then it will be good and not wasted. If I get items in plastic containers I try to reuse them.

[@Booksarebetterthanreallife]

Madeleine, this is so inspiring! You've really encouraged me to try and put my best efforts towards reducing waste. I'm definitely not perfect in the least but I do want to try my best!

[@Coccinelf]

Great video! I'm not sure everyone needs a silicone mat though. I've never used any parchment paper or silicone mat and everything is fine. Also, I would really like to let out one of my biggest frustration: my local health store is nothing but plastic, plastic, plastic.

[@wunderdings]

Really great video! I appreciate the depth of your thoughts here. Most "zero waste" videos only talk about food containers and stuff. But if you eat meat and order on amazon all the time, it just doesn't make any sense.

[@sallyb9738]

Brilliant Video. Shared. I have been sewing using materials I have, to make produce bags and cutlery wraps. I will also be making sandwich bags soon too!

[@SarahGarcia]

This video couldn't have come at a more perfect time for me, I've just decided to begin to reduce my waste myself! Thank you for these tips, some I hadn't even thought of!

[@musicismylifesupport3112]

A heads up for people interested in growing food, if you dont have space, I would 100% recomend allotments! Over in the uk in my area, its £40 a YEAR for a properly large amount of space! Only £40! It's so easy to grow food, even if you dont classify yourself has having a green thumb, and makes all the difference. Happy gardening :)

[@desiree2086]

I got myself a Bokashi bucket for in my kitchen. With the bokashi bran in it, it ferments old veggies,fruit etc. Composting takes a long while. Fermentation happens in 3 weeks and then you can use this on soil in the garden.. great for my veggies and herbs there.

[@bubblebeebartend]

this is super inspiring. I knew a lot of these tips but I need reminding!! of course we're not perfect but thank you for helping me renew my commitment to be a more carbon neutral and low waste type gal!

[@studiochay8842]

One of your best videos!!! Well done :)

[@frauleinpumuckl4280]

We recently had one week at our school dealing with that theme because we are some kind of UNESCO partner school and every year we do one week dealing with a theme that has to do with what we as a school can do and change in the world. That was one of the reasons why I wanted to go to that school.

[@ywLDSforever]

I'm making an emergency preparedness business, and I'm collecting good information to share. I may refer to and/or use your video. 🙂 Thank you for putting this together. (Most of the tips I've already heard of, but I appreciate the links to specific products you use!)

[@brinawidmer]

there is a lot of stuff I buy reduced, food I love but would never pay full price for. that way they wont have to throw it away and I get to treat myself 😎 win-win.

[@whitneywalker2085]

I love your data driven facts added in this episode. Thanks for opening my eyes to the comparison of carbon footprints.

[@aino_tuulia]

Lovely video! I love that making small changes actually makes a big difference. There was recently a plogging event in my hometown and I love that idea. I think the trend started in Sweden, although people have done it unofficially for years. Anyway, the idea is to go jogging and pick up trash you see along the way. You get exercise and help ensure that trash is recycled and doesn't end up in nature. I'm keen to start doing that this spring and summer. :)

[@akenarae]

Ive recently started minimizing my daily beauty routine--incorporating more natural/organic options and removing many unnecessary steps. By doing so I'm indirectly minimizing my carbon footprint and plastic consumption, while decreasing the chemicals I'm slathering on daily.