Zero Waste Products That Are A Waste Of Money

Today, let’s talk about so-called zero waste swaps and products that are, well… a complete waste of money. Because here’s the thing: not every so-called zero waste product is worth your hard-earned cash—or even as sustainable as it claims to be. In fact, some of these items are downright wasteful, not only in terms of money but also resources, time, and effort. So, before you reach for that sleek new “sustainable” gadget or trendy reusable accessory, let’s explore which zero waste swaps might be better left on the shelf. Spoiler alert: going truly zero-waste often doesn’t require buying anything new at all. 00:00 Intro 01:56 Biodegradable Trash Bags 04:02 Unpaper Towels 05:15 Reusable Produce Bags 06:36 Compostable Phone Cases 08:20 To-Go Cutlery Sets 09:20 Zero Waste Conditioner Bars 11:00 Compostable Sandwich Bags 11:40 Wooden Hairbrush 12:50 Tongue Scraper 13:00 Reusable Cotton Rounds 14:00 Compostable Floss Picks 15:09 Outro Sources https://www.forbes.com/sites/jamiehailstone/2023/01/23/are-compostable-bags-as-environmentally-friendly-as-we-think-they-are/ https://www.popsci.com/biodegradable-compostable-bags/ https://www.epa.gov/ghgemissions/overview-greenhouse-gases