Come on. You can’t deny that you fully intend an eco-friendly Christmas every year but end up with a pile of plastics all over the house. However, we applaud you for reconsidering your lifestyle and its impact on the environment and for celebrating Christmas in a more mindful manner.

In every way, Christmas is a time of excess. From excessive electricity use to a glut of food, packaging, and energy. The holiday season has an impact on the environment, as well as our bodies and bank balances.

We all want joyful soul and lovely gifts more than ever, but there’s a pathway to relish it all while less destructive causes to the environment. From picking eco-friendly Christmas gifts to cooking more sustainable ones, we’ve assembled a list of non-complicated ideas to prepare your Christmas more stylish and refreshing.

1. Eco-Friendly Tree

Real Christmas trees over artificial ones anytime! Go for locally grown, FSC Certified trees. Once Christmas is over, dispose of your natural tree by taking it to a local tip, where it will be processed and eventually recycled. If you opt for an artificial one, go for second-hand trees from eBay or Amazon.

2. Garlands That Can Be Castoff

Choose decorations made of recycled wood, fabric, or glass as an alternative to non-recyclable plastic or PVC items. Choose timeless patterns that will be cherished for years rather than trendy items that will be outdated by next Christmas.

3. Go For Sustainable, Long Lasting Gifts

We know the temptation of buying new gifts; spending silly money on useless presents is no point. Gifts are meant to be thoughtful. You visit local craft fairs, boutiques, farmer’s markets, or family-run businesses, which are great options for recycled or ethical gifts. Also, nobody can unlove a gift made by your hands for them especially.

4. Bye-Bye To Plastic Gift Wrappers

Try wrapping gifts with fabric instead, using colorful fabric squares that can be reused repeatedly. You can also go for paper wraps which give a warm vibe than plastic-nonrecyclable gift wrappers.

5. Switch To LED Christmas Lights

Because LEDs use up to 80% less energy than classic twinkling incandescent lights, they are considerably superior. Put both sets of lights on a timer and switch to solar-powered lights outside. Not only will you save the environment, but you’ll also save money on your energy costs.

6. Reduce Food Quantity And Food Waste

Go for quality over quantity in your special Christmas dinner. Because at the end of the day, you are not wasting food; you are wasting your money. Think about cooking the foods you can eat later as leftovers and note them down strictly before going to the supermarket. Also, try more fresh sourced meals with less meat.

Finally, keep in mind the genuine purpose of Christmas. Spending time with loved ones, reflecting on the previous year and looking forward to the coming year, and being grateful should all be done without harming the environment. Make use of every option that can be reused. Take a moment to encourage others to celebrate Christmas in an environmentally responsible and sustainable manner. That way, you’re ensuring many more happy Christmases for your children.