Going eco-friendly doesn’t mean you have to start from scratch and do everything at once. Slowly replacing items in your home for more sustainable versions is something we can all do without getting overwhelmed.

Any changes made toward an eco-conscious home are steps in the right direction, benefiting both the environment and your personal health. Keep reading for small changes you can make in the kitchen!

Kettle

Electric kettles are more energy-efficient than stove-top kettles. An electric kettle heats up on an electric coil that boils the water directly. Look for ‘quick boil,’ ‘one cup,’ ‘automatic stop,’ or ‘eco-friendly’ kettles. These types of kettles can prevent too much electricity being wasted by up to 50% and still boil your water just as fast. 

• Ovente Electric
• Bosch Kettle  
• Molla Púro Cordless Glass Electric Water Kettle

 

Coffee Maker

For many, a coffee maker is a must-have. Our number one tip is to avoid single-use pod coffee makers. This type of coffee maker is harmful to the environment because the pods are not biodegradable. Disposable paper filters are bleached and inevitably end up in our landfills. Try swapping out these products with reusable options. Environment-friendly options that require less electricity and heat than your standard coffee maker are french press coffee makers and pour-over coffee filters. 

• ECO-Carafe by Perfect Pod 
• Reusable Cone Shape Coffee Filter 
• French Press Coffee Maker 
• The Brewologist Pour Over Coffee Filter  

 

Alternatives to Paper Towels & Napkins

A simple and affordable way to transition to an eco-friendly kitchen is by swapping out single-use paper products for a reusable option. Cloth napkins and towels go a long way in reducing waste and depletion of paper. 

• Threshold Cotton Napkins
• DII Swedish Dishcloths 
• Mr. Siga Microfiber Cleaning Cloth 

 

Food Storage

Are you looking to eliminate your use of aluminum foil, plastic wrap, and Ziploc bags in your home? Reusable storage bags and glass storage containers are environmentally friendly and feasible ways to store food and leftovers. The simple act of cutting out single-use plastics can help avoid hundreds of plastic baggies ending up in our landfills and oceans. 

• Glass Food Storage Containers 
• Rezip Reusable Storage
• Ball Glass Mason Jar

 

Pots and Pans

Making the wrong decision on cookware can have a bigger impact than you think. Avoid any non-stick cookware made with Teflon, as these are chemical-laden, while eco-friendly cookware avoids chemicals and coatings.  

• Green Life
• Le Creuset 
• Green Pan

How are you taking the steps to a more sustainable kitchen? Let us know!