Packaging

Shrink wrap over individual vegetables, styrofoam packs for apples, packaging as far as the eye can see. But is it necessary? This German supermarket works on a philosophy of no waste, and with over 10 million tonnes of packing waste each year in the UK alone it’s easy to see why.

is that really necessary?

I’ve mentioned in other posts that I always try to bring my own bags to supermarkets but it is important to try to make this effort every time we shop. Buying in bulk (especially for items frequently used/long shelf life like rice, beans etc.) also helps a lot. As well as shopping at farmers markets to get fruit and vegetables is also preferable since they don’t usually have packaging at all (and when possible growing your own).

So think before you buy that tiny tub of yogurt, wouldn't it be cheaper to buy a big one and put it into your own container? It will take 5 extra minutes and every little bit helps!