Whenever I’m trying to change a new habit or build a new routine, I like to add it to my Instagram. If I’m trying to eat less sugar, I follow sugar-free chefs. If I’m trying to meditate more, I follow hashtags on meditation. And if I’m trying to cut my plastic use, I follow Instagrammers who are trying to be zero waste.
I find that following Instagrammers not only encourages me each day, but they give me new ideas. If I haven’t considered doing something a certain way, they show me how it’s done.
I love that these Instagrammers are flawed, real people just trying to change their world and be an example for others for how to try it.
This matters, even more, when it comes to role models around reducing plastic use. The complete 100% “zero waste” is virtually impossible to do in the real world, and I love that these Instagrammers share stories not only of their successes but when they fail, too. I love how they use the times they do encounter plastic as learning for what to think about for next time and to come up with strategies to counter it.
Here’s a rundown of some of the zero waste Instagrammers that I absolutely love, which keep inspire me to continue cutting down my plastic use.
A few Instagrammers changing the world
@going.zero.waste | Kathryn Kellogg
It’s no surprise why Kathryn has a massive following. She shares practical tips each day about the things she does to work on cutting her plastic use every day. She’s based in California.
@rocket_science | Anita Vandyke
Anita Vandyke is a complete hero – not only is she a zero waste advocate, she’s written a book – but she’s doing it while she’s got a baby! For those who want some inspiration as to how to maintain a plastic-reduced life with young ones, she is it. Bonus: She’s also Aussie!
@_wastelandrebel_ | Shia Su
Shia Su shares her plastic-free hauls and zero waste tips on her Instagram, with great tips for upcycling. She also shares gorgeous pictures of her zero waste grocery haul which are a marvel.
@howtosavetheworldpodcast | How To Save The World Podcast
Meghan and Jaimie who create the How To Save The World Podcast are a burst of sunshine. They create really inspiring, actionable advice on how to cut plastic from your life is accessible and inspiring ways. Full of real-world research and a fun approach, their Insta is just as amazing.
@1millionwomen | One Million Women
A US-based account, this is an account designed to rally women around the world to tackle climate change. This is another one with lots of daily tips and inspiration for how to reduce how much plastic you bring into your life.
@makesmthing | Make Smthng
We often talk about ‘recycle’ when we talk about the three Rs of ‘reduce, reuse, recycle’. This account has a huge focus on ‘reuse’! It’s full of great tips on how to upcycle and DIY.
@Jesswithless | Jess with Less
Fast fashion is one of the biggest industries which damage our environment. Breaking from routines of buying new clothes is a simple way we can make a difference. Jess is a fashion instagrammer who just wears fashion from op shops (or thrift shops in the US!) or sustainably-produced fashion.
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DIY inspo
If you’re looking reduce your plastic waste, get inspired and follow some of these Instagrammers, or find others you love. The #zerowaste hashtag is a great place to start browsing!
