Green Purchasing at Home

Reducing your exposure to toxic chemicals, saving money, reducing waste and reducing impacts on the environment are important components to sustainable living at home. Products that are reusable, refillable, more durable, or repairable create less waste and are more cost-effective in the long run than disposable or single-use products. Using energy-efficient and water-conserving products can save money.

Hints for sustainable products for the home:

• Look for products that use less hazardous ingredients
• Use products that can be reused
• Buy products made from recycled products that save resources
• Use products that can be recycled
• Look for products that save energy or water
• Buy products made from renewable raw materials