5 easy ways to save the planet this summer
It is the peak of Australian summer and everyone is out enjoying the sun, dipping into the ocean and ending the day with way too much sand in places where it shouldn’t be.
To anyone who has already taken the steps towards a more sustainable summer, go you! To everyone else, it’s never too late, we’re here to help.
Here are 5 easy ways to soak in the sun AND save the planet this summer!
Invest in a reusable bottle
Bet you’ve never heard that one before!
We know this is Sustainability 101 but in these hot summer days, a little reminder to avoid using plastic bottles and to invest into a hydro-flask, can’t hurt! Kmart has some great affordable options, check them out here!
Time for a new Towel
Who knew that a beach towel could have anything to do with saving the world? Turns out it can!
Australian owned businesses such as SomerSide are creating towels made of post-consumer plastic bottles to help remove plastic that ends up in our oceans. Each towel you buy from SomerSide uses 14-plastic bottles, which is not only awesome for the environment, but also an awesome conversation starter at the beach. You’re welcome!
Sunscreen secrets
The everyday sunscreens that we use in summer, unfortunately, are filled with chemicals that can harm our skin and marine life. Additionally, with millions of beach goers taking a dip each year, up to 6,000 tonnes of plastic sunscreen bottles end up in the ocean.
Not to worry though!
The Kind Sunscreen is a daily SPF 30+ sunscreen that is reef and ocean friendly, packaged using recycled plastics and created with organic ingredients only. Your sunscreen is officially sorted.
Take 3 for the sea!
Join the ‘Take 3 for the Sea’ movement and remember to collect a few items of rubbish when you’re leaving the beach and put them in the correct bins. If you have time, take a quick selfie with the rubbish you collected and tag @take3forthesea !
Recycle your soft plastics!
Needless to say, summer is the season to be out of home and enjoying the sun with friends and family. Luckily for you, to recycle your soft plastics, you don’t even need to be home anymore! You can pack your soft plastics into a bag, book a Power Pickup with Recyclesmart and leave the bag at your door for it to be collected, and recycled for you!
It’s the best deal in the history of deals.
If you do choose to take any of these tips, take a photo and tag us on socials! We would love to see you all saving the planet with Recyclesmart tips!