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Disposables in Tech Packaging

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Minimal Packaging
Recyclable Materials
Reusable Cases

Synthetic Loofahs

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Natural Loofahs
Sisal Brushes
Exfoliating Cloths

Packaged Snacks

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Homemade Granola
Bulk-Bought Nuts
Fruit in Reusable Containers

Synthetic Potpourri

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Dried Flowers
Citrus Peels
Herb Bundles

Synthetic Changing Mats

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Organic Cotton Mats
Cork-Based Pads
Recycled Textile Options

Plastic Toys

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Upcycled Toys
Bamboo or Felt Toys
Subscription to Learning Kits

Plastic Buttons

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Coconut Shell
Corozo (tagua nut)
Wood

PVC Shower Curtains

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Cotton Curtains
Hemp Curtains
PEVA Liners

Chemical Fertilizers

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Compost
Organic Amendments
Permaculture Techniques

Short-Lifecycle Gadgets

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Modular Devices
Repairable Electronics
Refurbished Tech

Chemical Deodorants

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Baking Soda Blends
Magnesium Roll-ons
Refillable Natural Deos

Plastic Sponges

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Compostable Sponges
Loofah Scrubbers
Bamboo Dish Brushes

Disposable Planners

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Reusable Whiteboards
Digital Calendars
E-Ink Notebooks

Disposable Diapers

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Cloth Diapers
Compostable Diapers
Hybrid Diaper Systems

Single-Use Gift Bags

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Reusable Cloth Bags
Tote Bags
Recycled Paper Bags

Conventional Sports Shoes

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Natural Rubber Soles
Upcycled Sneakers
Brands like Allbirds or Veja

Teflon Cookware

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Cast Iron
Stainless Steel
Ceramic Coated Pans

High-Carbon Flights

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Train Travel
Carbon Offset Purchases
Virtual Meetings

Poor Data Privacy Choices

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Encrypted Apps
Privacy-First Browsers
Open Source Tools

Perfume in Plastic Atomizers

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Solid Perfumes
Refillable Glass Bottles
Essential Oil Blends

Plastic Ice Cube Trays

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Stainless Steel Trays
Silicone Molds
Ice Bags (Reusable)

Impulse Purchases

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Shopping Lists
24-Hour Rule
Minimalist Budgeting

Plastic Baby Bottles

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Glass Bottles
Stainless Steel Bottles
BPA-Free Silicone Bottles

Mass-Produced Gift Sets

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DIY Curated Boxes
Locally Made Artisan Products
Handmade Bath Salts or Candles

Leather Belts

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Cork Leather
Piñatex (pineapple fiber)
Recycled Rubber

Disposable Tableware

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Bamboo Plates
Steel Utensils
Compostable Sugarcane Ware

Non-Voting on Environmental Policy

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Vote for Climate Advocates
Public Hearings
Citizen Petitions

Discarded Accessories

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Cable Sharing
Universal Chargers
Bulk Accessory Stations

Mainstream Sunscreen

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Mineral Sunscreen
Coral-Safe Formulas
Tinted Zinc Creams

Pre-Packaged Herbs

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Homegrown Herbs
Bulk Fresh Herbs
Farmers’ Market Bundles

Default Fast Shipping

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Bundled Deliveries
Eco Shipping Options
Click-and-Collect

Plastic Baby Toys

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Wooden Toys
Fabric-Based Toys
Recycled Plastic Toys

Novelty Mugs & Trinkets

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Handmade Ceramics
Locally Crafted Keepsakes
Minimalist Essentials

Machine-Embroidered Logos

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Patchwork Logos
Minimal Branding
Heat-Pressed Eco-Inks

Synthetic Mattress Toppers

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Natural Latex
Organic Cotton Fill
Wool Mattress Pads

Lack of Environmental Literacy

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Sustainability Education
Policy Literacy Campaigns
Climate Communication Tools

Idle Device Usage

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Power-Saving Settings
Time-Out Policies
Awareness Prompts

Heavy Plastic Makeup Packaging

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Refillable Makeup
Glass Compacts
Minimalist Kits

Store-Bought Compost Bags

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Newspaper Liners
Compost Bin without Bag
DIY Biodegradable Liners

Mindless Scrolling

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Scheduled Screen Time
Digital Detoxes
Mindful Reading

Conventional Baby Skincare

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Fragrance-Free Organic Creams
Natural Oils
Minimalist Skincare

Synthetic Candles

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Beeswax or Soy Candles
Essential Oil Diffusers
Coconut Wax Blends

Nylon Stockings

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Recycled Nylon Hosiery
Biodegradable Alternatives
Ladder-resistant options

Disposable Floor Wipes

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Reusable Mop Pads
Microfiber Cloths
Cotton Rags

Fast Fashion Imports

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Local Ethical Brands
Handmade Clothing
Textile Co-ops

Always-On Devices

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Sleep Mode Settings
Smart Power Strips
Energy-Efficient Hardware

Plastic Toothbrushes

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Bamboo Toothbrushes
Recyclable Heads
Miswak Sticks

Paper Towels

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Cloth Towels
Swedish Dishcloths
Compostable Bamboo Towels

Regular Candles

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Soy Tealights
Rechargeable LED Candles
Beeswax Pillars

Plastic Teethers

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Natural Rubber Teethers
Wooden Teethers
Silicone-Free Options

Plastic Stationery Sets

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Recycled Paper Journals
Bamboo Pens
Cork or Fabric Pencil Cases

Plastic Zippers

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Recycled Metal Zippers
Eco-zips
Coconut Buttons

Plastic Dish Racks

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Bamboo Racks
Metal Drainers
Wooden Trays

Export-Driven Waste

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Domestic Recycling Infrastructure
Product Life Policies
Local Upcycling

Energy-Intensive Servers

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Green Cloud Hosting
Data Centers with Renewable Energy
Carbon-Aware Scheduling

Conventional Shampoo Bottles

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Shampoo Bars
Refill Stations
Bulk Liquid

Plastic Wrap

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Beeswax Wraps
Silicone Lids
Glass Containers

Plastic Pens

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Refillable Pens
Fountain Pens
Bamboo Pens

Synthetic Baby Wipes

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Reusable Cloth Wipes
Bamboo-Based Wipes
Homemade Wipe Solutions

Fast Fashion Gift Cards

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Sustainable Brand Gift Cards
Thrift Store Gift Cards
Tailoring Services

Glitter-Embedded Fabrics

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Plant-Based Glitter Embellishments
Fabric Paint
Beaded Accessories

Wall Paints with VOCs

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Natural Lime Paints
Clay-Based Paints
Low-VOC Paints

Inefficient Buildings

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Green Building Certification
Passive Design
Retrofits

Non-Ethical Tech Supply Chains

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Fair-Trade Electronics
Conflict-Free Materials
Transparent Suppliers

Liquid Hand Soap

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Soap Bars
Refillable Dispensers
Foaming Concentrates

Non-Recyclable Food Containers

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Glass Jars
Stainless Steel Boxes
Silicone Pouches

Traditional Gift Wrapping

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Cloth Wraps (Furoshiki)
Newspaper Wrap
Recycled Kraft Paper

Plastic Baby Baths

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Sink Bath Seats
Inflatable Tubs
Repurposed Containers

Unneeded Electronics

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Digital Gift Subscriptions
Donations in Recipient's Name
Repair Kits or DIY Tools

Plastic Beaded Jewelry

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Wooden Beads
Recycled Glass
Clay Beads

Synthetic Curtains

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Organic Cotton Curtains
Linen Drapes
Hemp Blinds

Conventional Banking

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Ethical Banks
Green Investment Funds
Impact-Oriented Fintech

Default High-Resolution Streaming

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Auto Quality Settings
Audio-Only Mode
Compressed Formats

Plastic Razors

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Safety Razors
Reusable Handles with Recyclable Heads
Electric Groomers

Single-Use Zip Bags

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Silicone Reusable Bags
Stainless Containers
Cotton Snack Bags

Synthetic Yoga Mats

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Cork Mats
Natural Rubber Mats
Jute Yoga Mats

Non-Recyclable Baby Food Pouches

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Glass Jars
DIY Baby Food in Silicone Pouches
Bulk Food Storage

Fresh Cut Flowers

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Potted Plants
Dried Flower Arrangements
Seed Kits

Acrylic Sweaters

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Wool from certified farms
Alpaca
Tencel-blend knits

Conventional Detergents

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Soap Nuts
Eco Enzyme Cleaners
Plant-Based Detergents

Bottled Water

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Reusable Water Bottles
Community Refill Stations
Tap Filters

Battery Waste

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Rechargeable Batteries
Battery Collection Points
Solar Chargers

Disposable Menstrual Products

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Menstrual Cups
Cloth Pads
Period Underwear

Plastic Grocery Bags

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Cotton Tote Bags
Mesh Produce Bags
Jute Sacks

Energy-Draining Lighting

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Natural Lighting
LED Bulbs
Motion Sensor Lights

Battery-Operated Sound Toys

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Manual Musical Toys
Story Books
Nature-Inspired Play

Mass-Market Toys

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STEM Kits
Board Games Made from Recycled Materials
Experiential Gifts like Zoo Memberships

Trend-Driven Jackets

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Modular Outerwear
Timeless Wool Coats
Upcycled Puffer Jackets

Air Fresheners

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Essential Oil Diffusers
Herbal Sachets
Activated Charcoal Bags

Plastic Carry Bags

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Cloth Bags
Jute Totes
Foldable Reusables

E-Waste Disposal

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Certified E-Waste Recyclers
Manufacturer Take-Back Programs
Donation Channels

Wet Wipes

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Washcloths
Compostable Wipes
Reusable Wipe Cloths

Disposable Coffee Pods

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Reusable Pods
French Press
Moka Pot

Unfiltered Showerheads

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Water-Saving Showerheads
Filter-Equipped Nozzles
Aerated Showers

Single-Use Feeding Bibs

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Washable Fabric Bibs
Silicone Catcher Bibs
Recycled Textile Bibs

Plastic Kitchen Gadgets

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Wooden or Steel Tools
Silicone-Free Utensils
Reclaimed Wood Boards

Faux Leather Bags

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Upcycled Denim Bags
Hemp Bags
Cork Leather

Scented Candles (Paraffin)

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Soy Candles
Beeswax Candles
Coconut Wax Candles

Conventional Energy Sources

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Green Energy Providers
Solar Rooftops
Energy Co-operatives

Infrequent Software Updates

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Scheduled Updates
Auto-Patching Tools
Long-Term Support Versions

Commercial Lip Balms

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Beeswax or Vegan Balms in Tins
DIY Balms
Paper Tube Balms

Plastic Straws

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Metal Straws
Glass Straws
Bamboo Straws

Plastic Phone Cases

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Bamboo Cases
Recycled Plastic Cases
Compostable Biopolymer Cases

Plastic Baby Utensils

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Stainless Steel Utensils
Bamboo Spoons
Silicone-Free Options

Generic Perfume Sets

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Natural Perfume Oils
Aromatherapy Blends
Refillable Fragrance Bottles

Dry Clean Only Clothes

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Machine Washable Naturals
Organic Cotton
Linen

Synthetic Rugs

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Jute Rugs
Organic Cotton Rugs
Wool Rugs

Meat-Centric Diets

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Plant-Based Meals
Meatless Mondays
Flexitarian Eating

Tech with Plastic Casings

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Recycled Aluminum
Biodegradable Shells
Durable Composites

Synthetic Facial Cleansers

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Oil Cleansing
Clay Cleansers
Natural Herbal Powders

Aluminum Foil

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Silicone Baking Mats
Covered Bakeware
Beeswax Wraps

Chemical Room Sprays

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Essential Oil Mists
Natural Diffusers
Herb-Infused Water Sprays

Fast Fashion Baby Clothes

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Organic Cotton
Second-Hand Clothing
Clothing Swap Groups

Battery-Operated Toys

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Wooden Toys
Solar Toys
Experience Gifts

Fast Fashion Jeans

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Recycled Denim
Organic Cotton Jeans
Natural Indigo-Dyed Jeans

Plastic Hangers

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Wooden Hangers
Metal Hangers
Recycled Paper Hangers

Single-Use Office Supplies

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Digital Notes
Reusable Stationery
Eco Refillables

Single-Purpose Devices

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Multi-Use Tools
App Ecosystems
Digital Convergence Devices

Cotton Rounds

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Reusable Rounds
Muslin Cloths
Konjac Sponges

Plastic Water Bottles

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Glass Bottles
Stainless Steel Flasks
Filtration Pitchers

Impulse Streaming Subscriptions

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Free Library Media
Shared Family Plans
Mindful Viewing Schedules

Non-Organic Crib Bedding

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GOTS-Certified Organic Sheets
Bamboo Bedding
Second-Hand in Good Condition

Plastic Gift Wrap

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Recycled Kraft Paper
Fabric Wraps (Furoshiki)
Old Newspaper or Maps

Polyester T-Shirts

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Organic Cotton
Hemp
Tencel

Plastic Broom Handles

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Wooden Brooms
Bamboo-Handled Sweepers
Recycled Aluminum Handles

High-Emission Commuting

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Public Transit
Cycling
Carpooling

Non-Offset Tech Purchases

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Climate-Neutral Certified Products
Offset-Integrated Checkout
Green Retailers

Plastic Lotion Bottles

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Lotion Bars
Glass Jars
Bulk Refills

Cling Film for Fridge

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Glass Lidded Containers
Silicone Stretch Lids
Reusable Wax Wraps

Overloaded Closets

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Seasonal Rotation
Capsule Wardrobe
Donation Cycles

Non-Eco Baby Laundry Detergents

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Fragrance-Free Eco Detergents
Soap Nuts
Plant-Based Solutions

Generic Greeting Cards

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Plantable Seed Paper Cards
Digital Cards
Handmade Recycled Cards

Synthetic Leggings

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Bamboo Fiber
Recycled Nylon
Organic Cotton

Plastic Trash Cans

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Metal Bins
Recycled Plastic Cans
Wooden Waste Boxes

Plastic Packaging

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Compostable Packaging
EPR
Refill Models