{"id":6924,"date":"2026-01-02T11:10:06","date_gmt":"2026-01-02T16:10:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.charlotteobserver.com\/guides\/?p=6924"},"modified":"2026-01-02T11:10:08","modified_gmt":"2026-01-02T16:10:08","slug":"new-year-sustainable-living-essentials","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.charlotteobserver.com\/guides\/home\/new-year-sustainable-living-essentials\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Essentials for Living More Sustainably in 2026, Starting at $7"},"content":{"rendered":" <p>Like me, you may be thinking of ways to live more sustainably in the new year. And while I began my sustainable living journey several years ago, there are so many ways to get started. That&#8217;s why I&#8217;ve made a list of sustainable living essentials for 2026 to help you begin your journey. From <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0CSBG92MF?th=1&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=bh-clt-lr-home-sustainableliving-010226-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">biodegradable kitchen sponges<\/a> to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0FT58JP7Z?th=1&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=bh-clt-lr-home-sustainableliving-010226-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">clean beauty<\/a>, there are so many aspects of your life that could be a little eco-friendlier. And let&#8217;s face it: Small changes are some of the most important ones.<\/p> <p>My favorite on the list has to be these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/aw\/d\/B010N0N7PQ?th=1&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=bh-clt-lr-home-sustainableliving-010226-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">microfiber towels<\/a>. And don&#8217;t even get me started on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B09F8J3932?th=1&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=bh-clt-lr-home-sustainableliving-010226-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">reusable K-cups<\/a>\u2014they&#8217;re so easy to use, clean and reuse. Shop my favorites below and embark on your cleaner living journey in the new year.<\/p> <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sustainable-living-essentials-for-2026\">Sustainable Living Essentials for 2026<\/h2> <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cleaning\">Cleaning<\/h3> <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Wipe Up<\/strong>: I haven&#8217;t bought a roll of paper towels since 2017, and that&#8217;s because I clean with a pack of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/aw\/d\/B010N0N7PQ?th=1&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=bh-clt-lr-home-sustainableliving-010226-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">microfiber towels<\/a>. They absorb large amounts of liquid and you can wash and reuse them again and again. You&#8217;ll save money and paper, trust me \u2014 <em>$20<\/em><\/li> <li><strong>Clean Cleaning<\/strong>: Non-toxic cleaning essentials are especially important if you have kids. But they&#8217;re better for the environment anyway! And <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0D9WCQY1F?th=1&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=bh-clt-lr-home-sustainableliving-010226-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Branch Basics&#8217; Cleaning Essentials Kit<\/a> truly has everything you need to ensure your house stays clean, safely \u2014 <em>$67<\/em><\/li> <li><strong>Mop Baby, Mop<\/strong>: Quit buying Swiffer pads. Instead, spray your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0CB4C5CQG?th=1&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=bh-clt-lr-home-sustainableliving-010226-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">reusable microfiber mop pads<\/a> with your favorite cleaning product (or even just white vinegar!). Your floors will be spotless and your local landfill will thank you \u2014<em> $10<\/em><\/li> <li><strong>Scrub a Dub<\/strong>: Unlike regular dish sponges, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0CSBG92MF?th=1&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=bh-clt-lr-home-sustainableliving-010226-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">biodegradable kitchen sponges<\/a> won&#8217;t rot in a landfill for years to come. These come in a pack of 12, and you can use them on dishes, floors countertops and beyond \u2014 <em>$10<\/em><\/li> <li><strong>Read Up<\/strong>: Consider reading up with &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B09ZCX26WL?th=1&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=bh-clt-lr-home-sustainableliving-010226-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">My Sustainable Cleaning Guide<\/a>,&#8221; which is filled with information on non-toxic, eco-friendly, sustainable cleaning \u2014 <em>$15<\/em><\/li> <\/ul> <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-kitchen\">Kitchen<\/h3> <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Bag It<\/strong>: Once you use these reusable <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0CCQ98GBL?th=1&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=bh-clt-lr-home-sustainableliving-010226-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Stasher bags<\/a>, you&#8217;ll never go back to using Ziplocs. They&#8217;re microwave-, dishwasher- and freezer-safe. They&#8217;re also BPA-free, leak-free and trust me when I say they&#8217;ll save you so much on single-use baggies \u2014 <em>$68<\/em><\/li> <li><strong>Grocery Gal<\/strong>: Even if your town has banned plastic bags, it&#8217;s better to use your own. Get a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07XFLT4TS?th=1&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=bh-clt-lr-home-sustainableliving-010226-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">10-pack of BeeGreen reusable grocery bags<\/a> to stash in the trunk of your car, and you&#8217;ll always have &#8217;em on hand \u2014<em> $24<\/em><\/li> <li><strong>Caffeination Station<\/strong>: K-cups and Nespresso pods come with a ton of single-use waste. Instead, opt for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B09F8J3932?th=1&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=bh-clt-lr-home-sustainableliving-010226-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">reusable K-cups<\/a>. Just fill them with your favorite coffee grounds, and you&#8217;re good to go! \u2014 <em>$12<\/em><\/li> <li><strong>Sip It<\/strong>: By now, you&#8217;re probably aware that plastic straws are an unnecessary example of single-use waste. Instead, opt for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0CNPXQWML?th=1&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=bh-clt-lr-home-sustainableliving-010226-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">metal straws<\/a> that you can wash and use over and over again. They&#8217;re great for smoothies, cocktails and more \u2014 <em>$7<\/em><\/li> <li><strong>Compost<\/strong>: Having a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0D7QX8KWF?th=1&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=bh-clt-lr-home-sustainableliving-010226-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">compost bin<\/a> is great for sustainably getting rid of food scraps. Just toss in your natural waste, to be used in compost piles or to drop off at a municipal composting center \u2014 <em>$50<\/em><\/li> <\/ul> <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-self-care\">Self-Care<\/h3> <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Skincare Routine<\/strong>: Single-use cotton balls may be relatively inexpensive. However, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07T8BVYGS?th=1&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=bh-clt-lr-home-sustainableliving-010226-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Greenzla Reusable Makeup Remover Pads<\/a> are reusable. And since they&#8217;re made from bamboo cotton, they&#8217;re super soft, too \u2014 <em>$12<\/em><\/li> <li><strong>Time of the Month<\/strong>: Not only does <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0D2LQZ4TK?th=1&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=bh-clt-lr-home-sustainableliving-010226-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Thinx period underwear<\/a> have you covered for the whole day, even with a heavy flow. They&#8217;re also way more comfortable than sanitary pads and tampons. It&#8217;s a win-win! \u2014 <em>$32<\/em><\/li> <li><strong>No B.O.<\/strong>: Looking for aluminum-free deo? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0G21YW6ZJ?th=1&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=bh-clt-lr-home-sustainableliving-010226-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Native Sea Salt &amp; Cedar deodorant<\/a> is made from natural, cruelty-free ingredients. The packaging is also plastic-free, and it comes in a pack of two \u2014 <em>$20<\/em><\/li> <li><strong>Clean Beauty<\/strong>: Clean up your beauty routine with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0FT58JP7Z?th=1&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=bh-clt-lr-home-sustainableliving-010226-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Soft Pinch Lip and Cheek Trio<\/a> from Rare Beauty, a brand known for its eco-friendly packaging as well as its vegan and cruelty-free ingredients \u2014<em> $35<\/em><\/li> <li><strong>Smile<\/strong>: Not only is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0B8F3924K?th=1&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=bh-clt-lr-home-sustainableliving-010226-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Bite Whitening Toothpaste<\/a> vegan and cruelty-free. It&#8217;s also plastic-free, as it comes in a refillable glass jar. Just place a tablet in your mouth and brush as you normally would with a wet toothbrush \u2014 <em>$25<\/em><\/li> <\/ul> <p><strong>Sign up for the weekly <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcclatchydc.com\/yosonz-lib\/brzlp.html?lpname=bh-nl-signup&amp;pref=mcclatchymedia_bargainhunter_nonsubnl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Bargain Hunter newsletter<\/a> to gain access to all of our favorite deals. 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