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Plastic-free swap checklist

Tick the swaps you have made. Start with two or three that fit your life - consistency beats perfection.

Reusable water bottleA single refillable bottle can replace hundreds of single-use bottles a year.
Reusable shopping bags (keep them by the door)Cuts single-use bags; wash cloth bags regularly.
Reusable coffee cupMost disposable cups have a plastic lining and are hard to recycle.
Say no to straws and plastic cutlerySkip them at takeout; carry a spare set.
Refillable containers for lunchesSwap plastic wrap and bags for containers or beeswax wraps.
Bar soap & shampoo barsReplaces plastic bottles; lasts a long time.
Bamboo or refillable toothbrushChoose a compostable handle or replaceable head.
Safety or reusable razorReplaces dozens of disposable razors.
Buy loose fruit and vegetablesSkip the produce bags, or use reusable mesh ones.
Buy in bulk with your own jarsLowers packaging; refill stores make it easy.
Cloth napkins & ragsReplace paper towels for most household jobs.
Concentrated or refill cleaning productsPowders, tablets and refills ship less water and plastic.
Wash clothes with a microfibre filter bag or filterSynthetic clothing sheds tiny fibres that end up in waterways.
Choose natural-fibre or second-hand clothesThe longest-lived garment is the one already made.
Repair before you replaceFix shoes, electronics and clothes; ask about repair cafes.
Return plastic bags & film to drop-off binsKeeps them out of the garbage stream when no curbside option exists.
Pick up litter on your walks (with a glove or tool)Small actions add up. Never touch needles or hazards.
Choose products with less plastic packagingVote with your wallet for glass, metal, paper or none.
Use a refillable pen and tape-free packagingSmall desk-drawer changes cut waste.
Support a local cleanupJoin or organise one - see our cleanup planner.

Make swaps without waste

Use up what you already own before replacing it, and choose durable items you will actually use. Read more in 15 easy ways to use less plastic at home and Ocean plastic explained.

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