14 sustainable kitchen hacks
Are you guilty of putting your leftovers in the fridge only to rediscover them growing moss a week later? You’re not the only one. Australians discard a whopping $8–10 billion worth of food every year, which eventually ends up in landfill.
The average Australian throws out one in every five shopping bags of groceries, which means we’re not using food as smartly as we should be. Fortunately, there are a few simple steps you can take to reduce your environmental footprint, create a more sustainable kitchen and save money while you’re at it.
1 Develop a weekly meal plan
Most food wastage comes from buying things you don’t need and from inadequate planning. To avoid ending up with four bags of sugar in the pantry next time you shop, it’s a good idea to shop from your fridge and pantry first. This way, you can plan your next meals around what needs to be eaten. Sounds simple, right? Before you go shopping, jot down your weekly meal plan with a detailed list of ingredients and make sure you stick to it to avoid getting sucked in by tempting
