Making your kitchen a more sustainable one isn’t as tricky as you think. Along with doing simple things like making sure the dishwasher is full before putting on a load, meal planning and eating mostly local produce, you can also gradually switch to using eco-minded products.
This isn’t to say, go home and bin everything in your cupboards and drawers, but remember there are a slew of more environmentally-friendly options available when it comes to replacing your plastic wrap or dishwashing liquid.
From compost bins to clear storage containers to beeswax wraps, we’ve rounded up some of the best sustainable kitchen products to help you cultivate a greener home.
7 best sustainable kitchen products to shop
Queen B beeswax wraps kitchen starter pack, $37.46 (usually $49.95), healthylife
Swap out single-use plastic wraps and bags for reusable beeswax. This kit comes with three differently sized wraps that are perfect for bringing your fresh sandwiches, cheeses and fresh produce to work or school.
Dish tablets, $22.90 (usually $26.95), Koh
Eco-certified and allergy-friendly, these dishwasher tablets will leave your dishes sparkling and come in individual biodegradable wrappers.
Ever Eco resuable silicone baking mats 30x40cm, $24.95, healthylife
Baking paper can be a thing of the past in your household when you have these oven-safe silicone baking mats that are non-stick and perfect for baking, roasting and rolling out dough.
Annual membership fee to Wholesome, $59.95, Wholesome
Shop your groceries at wholesale price when you become a member at Wholesome that stocks planet-friendly and budget-friendly pantry staples and treats. Plus, for a limited time you can get a free welcome gift valued at $79 when you sign up.
Seed & Sprout echo housewarming bundle, $108.75 (usually $145), THE ICONIC
Fit with a compost bin, hemp tea towel set, dish brush, compostable sponge with scourer and compostable bin bags, this bundle is ideal for an eco-housewarming or for the environmentalist any day.
Koala Eco natural organic dishwashing liquid, $24.95, Hardtofind
Made with organic and plant-based ingredients, this lemon myrtle and mandarin dish soap is greywater and septic-safe and cuts through grease and food residue with ease.
Pullen and Co crystal clear modular storage containers, $8.76 (usually $10.95), Pullen & Co
Instead of buying plastic-wrapped cereals, spices and other pantry staples, head to your local bulk food store (if its in your budget) with some of these containers on hand.
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