4 Reasons You Should Really Be Buying Eco-Friendly Products

In our current global landscape, "eco-friendly" and "sustainable" are not just buzzwords. They symbolise a significant transformation in consumer habits and business models — a transformation we believe everyone should embrace.

The choices we make in our daily lives, including the products we use and purchase on a regular basis have far-reaching implications for our planet. Therefore, the decision to switch to greener alternatives is an important one. But what are the most compelling reasons for this transition? Why should we prioritise eco-friendly commodities, even if they sometimes require a slightly higher initial investment?

Opting for eco-friendly goods and those produced in environmentally sustainable methods plays a significant role in mitigating the risks associated with climate change. These products are designed with their overall environmental impact in mind, from the sourcing of raw materials and the manufacturing processes to their disposal. Some of the most popular eco-friendly products include:

• Water bottles
• Food storage items
• Reusable coffee cups
• Kitchen cleaning products
• Bathroom cleaning products
• Rubbish and sandwich bags
• Toilet paper and tissue
• Laundry products

All of these goods are available at Urban Ethos. By purchasing sustainable alternatives to everyday items, you directly contribute to reducing the harmful emissions and extensive resource extraction that exacerbate climate change. 

Let’s dive a little deeper into four major ways that sustainable products help keep our planet healthy:

1. Preserving Natural Habitats

The link between our household products and natural habitats might not be immediately obvious, but it is significant. Eco-friendly household products play a vital role in preserving natural habitats by reducing the demand for raw materials. 

Many conventional products are made from non-renewable resources extracted from the earth, often leading to habitat destruction. Environmentally-friendly options, on the other hand, often use recycled materials or sustainable alternatives, reducing the need for new resources and thereby lessening our impact on various ecosystems.

2. Minimising Our Chemical Footprint

Many standard household products contain a cocktail of synthetic chemicals – yuck. These range from cleaning supplies to personal care items and even certain types of clothing. When we use these products, the chemicals they contain can leach into the environment, contaminating our soil, water, and air.

By contrast, eco-friendly products use natural ingredients and avoid harmful synthetic chemicals. They are typically free from substances such as phthalates, parabens, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs), all of which can pose risks to both human health and the environment. By opting for products with fewer harmful chemicals, we not only protect our own health but also reduce the amount of pollution that enters our ecosystems.

3. Reducing Waste Production

Many conventional products come with excessive packaging, often made from materials that are not easily recycled or biodegradable. Moreover, these products themselves may have a limited lifespan or be designed for single use, leading to a constant influx of waste into our landfills.

Environmentally friendly products often come with minimal packaging, and that packaging is more likely to be recyclable or compostable. The products themselves are often designed to be long-lasting or reusable, greatly extending their life cycle compared to conventional alternatives

At Urban Ethos, our products are packaged using recyclable materials, such as our Bamper toilet paper or highly durable PET plastic containers that can be refilled and reused without cracking, splitting, or breaking – like our Eco Turtles bottles.

4. Contributing to Climate Solutions

Ultimately, the number one goal of all of our eco-conscious efforts is to combat the effects of climate change on our earth. Our planet is experiencing rapid shifts in weather patterns, rising sea levels, and increasing global temperatures, all of which are largely driven by human activities. The products we choose to buy and use contribute to these activities in significant ways, mainly through their manufacturing processes and life cycles.

Eco-friendly products are designed to lessen this impact. They are made using environmentally friendly processes that reduce greenhouse gas emissions, often utilising renewable energy sources.

Take Climate Action & Buy Eco-Friendly Products

By choosing eco-friendly goods, we not only reduce our individual carbon footprints but also contribute to a larger, collective effort to slow the progression of climate change. It's a powerful way we can take action now to protect the earth for future generations.

At Urban Ethos, this belief is at the core of our mission. We aim to make it easier for consumers to choose effective and sustainable products, ultimately contributing to a greener earth. We are a part of carbon offset projects, such as I=Change, where $1 goes to the charity of your choice with the purchase of certain products. This aims to balance out the carbon produced during the manufacturing of these items.