When you have a particular destination in mind for your next adventure, or you have a bucket list full of sights and activities you’re simply desperate to experience it always seems like they’re just out of reach. Especially when you’re adding to your savings fund at a painstakingly slow rate. Whether you’re taking on extra shifts at work or you’re desperately avoiding those nights out with friends in order to save as much as you can, it can feel as though saving money means draining all the fun out of your life! Believe us, we’ve been there. But if you want to make your dreams a reality, cutting back and saving more is the reality. We also live in a world that we should look after and protect for future generations. Therefore we looked at ways you can save money and be mindful about the planet too? Here are 4 eco-friendly ways you can save towards your next travelling adventure.
Switch to LED Bulbs
Making the switch to LED bulbs at home will not only save you money on your bills each month, but they’re stylish, modern and also much better for the environment than their energy-saving counterparts. They’re up to 80% more efficient, and 95% of the energy used by LEDs is actually used to light them, with a small 5% wasted as heat. The reduced energy requirement means less pressure of powerplants and in turn, this decreases those gas emissions. Click here to find out more.
Line/air Dry Your Clothes
We know how convenient owning a dryer is, especially when we’re in a rush! However, opting to air dry or line dry your clothes will obviously save you money. Not only that, but dryers require a lot of energy, so not using a dryer or even cutting down will certainly benefit the environment. You’ll just have to be a little more organised with your washing/drying routine. And if you need further convincing, remember that using a dryer repeatedly on your clothing will actually damage them over time. From shrinkage to losing their shape and of course fabric damage. Are they really worth it?
Invest in a Reusable Water Bottle
We’ve all seen those horrific images of beautiful beaches and vast expanses of ocean completely coated in plastic bottles and microplastics. It’s heartbreaking to see. But you can make a difference and save some money too. Investing in a reusable water bottle and taking it everywhere you go will certainly save money and waste. And if you’re heading off travelling then why not invest in one that filters the tap water, so you don’t have to buy plastic or worry about a stomach upset abroad?
Learn to Like Coffee from Home
Coffee often feels like a necessity, but it’s an expensive one at that. Especially if you’re heading to a coffee shop every morning for your favourite drink before work. Brewing coffee at home will not only save you money but it also reduces the number of unrecyclable coffee cups, lids and stirrers that end up in a landfill. If you like to support local coffee shops then invest in an eco-friendly reusable coffee cup. Many coffee shops offer a discount if you bring your own cup!
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