12/31/2021
Just a few simple changes can make a world of difference. What better time than the new year to resolve to keep our homes, our families and the planet safer.
1. Avoid Cleaning Products That Contain Harmful Chemicals:
Many conventional cleaners can disinfect, but they can also leave behind a harmful chemical residue. Plus, those harmful chemicals can go down the drain and into the environment. Norwex® products check all the boxes.
Multi-tasking Norwex Microfiber can remove up to 99% of bacteria from a surface using only water, when following proper care and use instructions. Plus, our exclusive BacLock® micro silver technology embedded in the cloth self-purifies it within 24 hours when wet.
2. Ditch Disposables:
Every time you avoid purchasing or using a disposable product, you’re taking a step toward living well with less waste.
3. Recycle:
Recycling common household materials such as glass, plastic, paper, cardboard and metal is incredibly easy. To get started, all you need is a recycling bin and a commitment to use it.You can feel good about your efforts. Recyclers play an important role in keeping waste out of landfills and protecting the environment.
Many Norwex Microfiber products are made from 50–91% recycled yarn. And we’re also packaging more household products in OceanBound Plastic, of helping to reclaim plastic headed for the sea.
4. Switch to Clean Personal Care Products:
Norwex not only cares about what goes into our personal care products, we’re obsessed with what’s not. More than 2,700 substances are banned from the development process to ensure no harmful chemicals go on (or in) your body.
5. Change Up Your Diet:
Plant-based diets—fruits, veggies, grains and beans—have inherent health benefits, from lowering your risk of obesity to improving heart health. But did you know it’s also good for Mother Earth? Consider that it takes 39 gallons of water to make a pound of vegetables versus 1,700 gallons of water to produce a pound of beef.
You can also decrease food waste by extending the life of fruits and veggies. Norwex Fresh Produce Wash contains plant-based ingredients that remove unwanted chemical residue such as fertilizer, dirt and bacteria.
6. Shop Locally:
Locally owned shops and businesses give towns and cities a distinct flavor. But at the same time, they’re helping to reduce environmental impacts, from transportation costs and congestion to habitat loss and pollution. There’s no better example than farmers markets. In addition to supporting local farmers, you’re cutting down on food miles—how far goods need to travel before reaching your local grocery store. The less gas burned during transport, the fewer the emissions. An added plus: Food isn’t wrapped in extra plastic like much of the produce found in supermarkets.
7. Join Like-Minded Groups:
It’s easier to stay engaged with people who share similar thoughts and beliefs. And if you’re inspired by the idea of helping family and friends live a more sustainable lifestyle, consider joining the Norwex Family.
