Earth Day 2024 Is Almost Here. Now Is the Right Time to Try These Sustainable Products – CNET
If you or a loved one likes to drink sparkling water, a SodaStream can be a smart investment. Not only can it help you cut costs, but it will reduce your usage of cans or single-use plastic, which is especially important considering how much recycling ends up in landfills. The SodaStream Terra is CNET’s top pick for the best overall soda maker for most people, thanks to its easy-to-use manual pumps and space-saving design. (And, yes, you can ramp up the savings — and the eco-friendliness — by going with a different brand and using refillable CO2 tanks, but that requires some DIY knowledge and effort.)
Most of us already have far too many reusable bags, but if you haven’t made the switch yet from single-use disposable bags, we highly recommend Baggu’s Standard bag. It’s the perfect size for toting groceries, and it can hold up to 50 pounds. It folds up easily into a tiny square, and it comes in 25 colorful patterns, so you’re sure to find a print you’ll like. And did we mention that it’s machine-washable?
There are plenty of wool dryer balls out there to choose from, but I was drawn to these “smiling sheep.” Not only are they ridiculously cute, but they get the job done. They’ve definitely cut down on drying time, especially when I need to dry towels or sheets. If you want to spend a little less, a six-pack of Smart Sheep’s plain white dryer balls cost $20 on Amazon. Tip: I like to pair these with the essential oil lavender spray to give linens a light, refreshing scent.