Bag it up.
Bag it up.
Introduction
Having a reusable shopping bag is one of the easiest ways to reduce the amount of plastic you use, as well as help save the environment.
Bag for life
A bag for life is a reusable bag that has been designed to withstand constant use, and can be used hundreds of times. These durable bags typically come with handles and shoulder straps, so they can be easily carried around when you're on the go.
Bags for life are usually made from canvas or other types of strong fabrics like polyester or nylon, which help them last longer than ordinary shopping bags would. They often have removable linings (so you can wash them), waterproofing features (to protect your belongings from the elements), and double-stitched seams (for added strength).
Using a bag for life has many benefits: it's better for the environment because it keeps plastic out of landfills; it helps reduce waste by encouraging shoppers to reuse their bags instead of buying new ones every time; and it saves money because you won't have to pay as much in taxes on items purchased in reusable containers. Using one also encourages you to bring along all kinds of things—including food scraps so they don't end up in landfill sites!
A bag that you can repeatedly use and don’t need to buy every time you go to the shop.
A reusable bag is one that you can repeatedly use and don’t need to buy every time you go to the shop.
It’s made of a material that allows you to wash it, so it stays clean and usable for longer.
You can carry the reusable bag with you wherever you go, so it will always be there when you need it - just like your smartphone!
A reusable bag is also good for storing things in, like fruit or vegetables from your shopping trip (or perhaps even some groceries).
If you purchase a bag for life, try taking it with you everytime you do the foodshop.
While carrying your groceries home in a bag for life is the best and most sustainable option, sometimes we forget. For those times when you forget your reusable bag at home and have to resort to using a plastic one (or worse, don't bring any bags at all), try taking it with you next time you go shopping.
It may seem like an inconvenience to carry two bags around, but think of it as an exercise in mindfulness—an opportunity to practice being aware of how often we use single-use plastics and how much waste they create. The extra work could even become part of the fun!
If that doesn't appeal, consider instead trying to remember your reusable bag every time by doing one or more of these things:
Buy yourself a cute little charm bracelet or necklace with a reminder hanging off it (like this cute one from The Animal Rescue Site)
Put some stickers on your front door so you see them everytime you come in through the door
Conclusion
The bag for life is not only a great way to reduce plastic waste, but also saves you money. It’s made of durable material and has many uses, so there’s no reason not to get one!