1. Reduce the Use of Single Use Plastic As you may know, one of the main problems faced in the current generation is the use of plastic. In a realistic world, there’s no way we can completely banish out plastic overnight however, as mentioned earlier starting small can really make a big difference. Doua Benhida, Founder of Zero Waste Collective said, “I have become 100% zero waste: from grocery shopping where I carry my own reusable items to saying no to the straw at restaurants & even carrying my containers when I’m out and about for any to go, or leftover food! I have become aware, more importantly - being aware about the problem, will help you in taking action to reduce your plastic consumption and simply live a more sustainable lifestyle”.
Nadia AlKhatib, Environmental Activist and Vegan Blogger suggests starting with what’s on your plate. “Choosing greens over meats and dairy can be a benefit not only to the environment but also for your body. A vegan diet is always recommended however, even starting by eliminating meats on a daily basis can be the first big step in saving our natural resources”. 3. Reduce Food Waste We totally understand the agony of seeing something exciting on the menu but also having your favourite signature meal at a restaurant and not being able to decide whether you want to order both meals or one. Based on a recent research report released by the Dubai Industrial Park and The Economist Intelligence Unit, annual food waste in the UAE is estimated at 197 kg per person, compared with 95 to 115 kg in Europe and North America, making food wastage one of the major crisis in the UAE. Every time you decide to order additional food in thoughts of it being insufficient, keep in mind that food waste eventually ends up at landfill sites making it decompose or rot and emit methane gas.
2. Cut Down on Meat Consumption It might come as a surprise to some, but agriculture is known to be one of the biggest contributors to climate change. Consuming lesser meats can be another vital step to living a healthier and more sustainable lifestyle. 43
Doua Benhida, Founder of Zero Waste Collective states that she chose to do composting to reduce the food waste at home, and take better care of plants, additionally, it also helps in getting rid of plastic bags in the kitchen.
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