Eco Friendly Shopping Tips for Black Friday
Excited for Black Friday Shopping?
This time of year brings all the warm, fuzzy feelings—whether it’s snuggling up on the couch with a chai latte or hot chocolate to watch your favorite holiday romcom or making special plans with friends and family. There’s so much to be excited about!
However, there are aspects of our consumer habits that you may not have considered. Unfortunately, much of our “gift giving” and the items we purchase for others, despite all the holiday cheer we muster, often end up clogging our landfills. While we don’t want to rain on the holiday parade, we can prepare better when planning our holiday shopping. By doing so, we can ensure our friends and family receive what they truly want and need, ultimately reducing additional landfill waste.
Another important issue for us eco-friendly warriors is the careful selection of the businesses we choose to support. Aligning with companies that share our values, particularly regarding our environment and love for our planet, is a significant win for all of us. It feels great to know we’re making a difference, one shopping decision at a time.
We understand the excitement of scoring great deals during Black Friday shopping. We’d love to share some eco-friendly shopping strategies for you to consider for your holiday shopping hauls. Making everyday decisions from an eco-friendly perspective can enhance your shopping experience!
Consider these eco-friendly tips for your Black Friday shopping and beyond:
Shopping Online:
- Place all items in a single order instead of ordering multiple items separately to reduce emissions from shipping multiple packages.
- Choose businesses that align with your values, focusing on eco-friendly and sustainable practices (look out for our sustainable business guide!).
- Opt for quality over quantity, which helps reduce waste that ends up in landfills.
- Don’t forget to bring your reusable shopping bags when you go out shopping!
- Consider digital gifts, such as subscriptions to favorite streaming services, Audible, online classes, or eBooks. This can be a fantastic way to give gifts whenever possible!
By implementing these strategies, you can make your holiday shopping both enjoyable and environmentally responsible.
