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by Chloe Greenfield
Let’s face it, not everyone wants to churn their own butter, bike to work in the rain, or memorize the recycling codes for every piece of plastic. But that doesn’t mean you can’t still make a big difference with minimal effort. With a few lazy-approved swaps, you can live more sustainably without even breaking a sweat.
Grab a sturdy, reusable water bottle and watch the single-use plastic pile vanish. Pro-tip: Go for an insulated version to keep your drinks cold or hot all day, like the Hydro Flask or S’well. You’re saving money and the planet while looking stylish—win-win.
For a deeper dive, check out our dedicated guide: The Ultimate Guide to Choosing and Using Reusable Water Bottles.
Most of us already have reusable bags gathering dust somewhere. Toss one in your car, by the front door, or even in your purse. Bonus points if it’s a foldable tote you can carry around all the time. No more awkward “I forgot my bag” moments at the store.
Reusable bags can have a big impact while being more practical. So why shouldn’t we use them?
Chloe Greenfield
Check out our detailed article Ditch Plastic Bags: Embrace Reusable Totes for a Greener Future about how tot bags could contribute to save the planet!
Swapping out traditional incandescent bulbs for LEDs is a lazy swap that pays off big time. LEDs use up to 90% less energy and last significantly longer, meaning fewer trips to the store and a lower electricity bill.
If your morning routine involves a single-serve coffee machine, swap those landfill-bound pods for reusable K-Cups. Fill them with your favorite ground coffee, and voilà—less waste, same caffeine buzz.
Bar soap isn’t just for grandmas anymore. It’s chic, affordable, and skips the unnecessary plastic. Shampoo bars are another game-changer: compact, eco-friendly, and often better for your hair.
Lazy thrift shopping is now easier than ever with online platforms like ThredUp and Poshmark. Find trendy outfits or home goods without leaving your couch while saving items from the landfill.
You don’t need to overhaul your life overnight to make an impact. Start with one or two swaps, and soon enough, you’ll be the effortless eco-champ of your friend group. The best part? These changes not only save the environment but often save you money too.
Which lazy swap will you try first? Let me know over on Instagram.
Chloe Greenfield
Chloe's journey into eco-friendly living began when she accidentally brought her reusable coffee cup to a meeting and was dubbed "the tree hugger" by her coworkers. Leaning into the label, she discovered a passion for sustainability and simple living. Now, she's on a mission to make sustainable habits fun, relatable, and easy for everyone—no tree-hugging required (though she still does it sometimes).
This practical comparison tests popular shampoo bars against ordinary bottled shampoo, evaluating lather, scalp feel, hard water performance, travel-friendliness, and cost-per-wash. It also offers quick tips for hard water and bar care, and guidance on when bottles might still be a better fit for specific hair needs.
A three-week at-home comparison of shampoo bars and bottled shampoos across different hair types and water conditions, highlighting how bars reduce plastic, travel well, and may deliver clean hair with simple technique.
A month-long test of detergent formats—sheets, pods, powder, and liquid—evaluating cleanliness, cost, packaging waste, graywater considerations, and fragrance sensitivity, with practical tips and a printable laundry cheatsheet.