Plastic is a growing concern, so it’s time to cut back. Here’s how, from tips on reducing our use to ideas for more sustainable products
20 simple ways to cut down on plastic (and save money)
The world, according to a new expert review, is in a “plastics crisis”, driven by a huge acceleration in plastic production and a rise in single-use plastics.
At a domestic level, it’s time to take action. Our kitchens in particular are full of plastic, from washing-up brushes to measuring jugs. And with a constant cycle of news stories about their possible harms – from black kitchen utensils that leak chemicals to chopping boards that release millions of microplastics – our kitchens can feel like a swamp of toxins.
Many utensils can be replaced with wooden, metal, glass or even bamboo alternatives. We’re not suggesting you throw out all your plastic kitchen accessories in one go – it’s much more sustainable to use what you already have until it needs replacing than send a perfectly good plastic colander to landfill in the name of being more environmentally mindful. But when the time comes to replace your washing-up bowl or you eventually run out of clingfilm, here are a few of our favourite plastic-free kitchen swaps for you to consider.
