It might feel like you’re using more single use plastics due to COVID-19 – many coffee shops don’t accept reusable cups and containers for hygiene reasons, for example. But remember that many other sources of waste have disappeared – for instance, if you’ve started working from home, you probably don’t need to buy pre-packaged, ready-made meals and have time to cook. Your carbon footprint from commuting and other travel would also be smaller. There are many additional ways that you can reduce waste during COVID-19. For example, you might use this time to make changes around the home – switching to Swapstainable’s dish cloths and LastSwabs for a start! When it comes to getting deliveries, you can also make sure buy from eco-conscious stores that use recyclable and biodegradable packaging and are committed to carbon neutral deliveries.