Alternatives

We at Eco-Friendly Deals are making pledges to eliminate single-use plastic, replace disposables with compostables, buy used instead of new wherever possible, and to be more mindful and conscientious of not just where we put our money, but also what we put — and don’t put — in our garbage cans.

And even if you just make one change, rather than making your whole house eco-friendly overnight, you’re contributing to the development of better practices in your corner of the world. If you want to replace everyday essentials with eco-friendly alternatives without any inconvenience, check out the eco-friendly alternatives below:

Alternatives to Plastic Straws Household Essentials
Natural Bamboo Drinking Straws

Reduce waste by avoiding single-use plastic straws. With IBAMBO, you get 12 premium reusable washable straws that you can use for months. There’s no guilty feeling when it’s time to dispose of these biodegradable compostable straws.

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Eco-Ratings

When companies continually call themselves 'eco-friendly,' it can be tricky to distinguish those businesses that are genuinely eco-friendly, and those that are merely jumping on the environmental bandwagon for green marketing.

Eco-Ratings give you the ability to make better choices when you shop. This rating system considers the following:

1. Alternative

How big of an impact this product has as an alternative for a similar generic product?

2. Affordability

How affordable is this product in comparison to a similar generic product?

3. Quality

How is the quality of this product in comparison to a similar generic product?

4. People/Planet

How socially and environmentally responsible is the company?

Our Process:

As part of the initial research, we look at how and where products are typically manufactured. We look into the effects of these products on the local community and environment, the global environment, and the workers who make them. Mostly, we rely on:

  • Customer reviews and recommendations obtained from multiple websites, forums, and groups.
  • Website and social media outlets for the company.
  • Certifications and Eco-Labels.
Our Ratings:

Minimal environmental engagement, but overall superior to comparable products.

A few certifications and eco-labels. Energy-saving/environmental advantages over comparable products.

Good customer reviews. Impressive roster of eco-certifications, better energy-saving and environmental engagement than comparable products.

Great customer reviews and recommendations. Excellent engagement with environmental responsibility and minimal carbon emission.

Highly recommended products, all major eco-certifications, best energy saving ratings, made by socially and environmentally responsible company.
Eco-Rating

Please rate the product based on the following:
● Alternative: How big of an impact this product has as an alternative for a similar generic product?
● Affordability: How affordable is this product in comparison to a similar generic product?
● Quality: How is the quality of this product in comparison to a similar generic product?
● People/Planet: How socially and environmentally responsible is the company which makes this product?
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Affordability
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