21 Unique Earth friendly Products that will make you more eco-friendly

This is a true story.

 A common man from Mumbai, Afroz Shah, could not tolerate the uncleanliness

So, he decided to clean the entire beach himself

So he began to scrub and continued cleaning until the whole beach was spotless

And this became the world’s most significant beach clean up in history

Come, let us know how he managed to achieve this feat

and how you too can do it

Reporter: Afroz, how did you start this?

What was the day when you decided to start?

 Afroz: Are you trying to ask whether it was a good or a bad day?

 I bought a flat here. Earlier, I used to live in Bandra previously, which was a little more of central Mumbai.

 So, when I was buying the flat, I was brought here by the estate agent.

When I looked outside the window, I saw a bizarre scenario on the beach.

Trash heaps as high as 5 – 5.5 feet, besides the sea, spread out for kilometers

It looked akin to a dump yard.

 

For four to five months, I wondered how to start.

 

Being a lawyer, I thought about filing a petition in the court.

It would be easier to draft and argue. And point it out to the judge and invite the Chief justice.

 

But then I realized I too could do what the court order could.

In October 2015, I spoke to an 85-year-old man in my building, Mr. Mathur and he agreed to join me.

 

On the first day, we picked up five bags. I was thrilled the journey that had finally started.

 

It had to start someday!

 

We’re presently at Danapani beach where beach cleaning is currently ongoing.

 

As you can see, beach cleaning involves digging tunnels with the use of machines.

 

People then individually pick out plastic wrappers and whatever trash is visible and put them in these baskets.

 

First of all, if this is thrown away(as trash), but when you pick it up, you realize this is barely two grams.

The value of two grams is not even five paise.

So, why would a rag picker want to pick it up?

The ragpicker would pick that up.

The bottles. Their weight is approximately 20-25 grams and would earn 17 Rupees for a kilogram.

Easy to pick up. Good value.

 

Reporter: How did Other People Join you?

 

Later, I realized I wouldn’t be able to do this alone.

I needed to amass people. How should I do that?

I wasn’t a political leader. I couldn’t take out rallies.

 

Then, I decided to utilize Mahatma Gandhi’s philosophy

As a constitutional student, I observed that he spoke lovingly to the people and won hearts.

 

Hate is so rampant in today’s world.

 

Social media is replete with abuses. Is this a solution?

Had that been a solution, we’d have abused too.

 

I decided to request people lovingly over the topic of trash

So, I finally began my journey

 

I remember the first day I went to the fishermen colony; they were surprised to see me at 9 in the night.

 I knocked at their doors without having any prior interactions.

 

They asked me who “I “was

 

I still remember that guy, Rajan from the fisherman colony.

I self-invited myself to tea with him.

 

We sat together, and I told him about all of this. He agreed to participate and ponder upon it.

 

We amassed people with the help of the language of love.

 

I invited people to dinner and lunch at my place on weekends

This goes on even today

 

Anyone is invited to my home. I used to be a very private person earlier.

 

“The law states that the companies that produce these plastics will have to take them back.

This law is EPR (extended producer’s responsibility)”

 

This law, however, does not translate into reality.

 

Whenever you attempt beach cleaning, you’ll realize what items you eat and what things you throw out as trash

These are the same items you have to pick back up

 

Therefore, people should be more careful while consuming items sealed in such packaging.

The ones that get washed into the oceans launch a direct attack on the species

 

They are more dangerous.

 

The whales and sharks mistake it for food and ingest it

Once ingested, they’re unable to take the plastic out of their stomachs

It sometimes causes them to drown and die on the spot.

The ones that stay alive cause the plastic to enter into the bodies of those who eat them

 

The vinyl comes to our blood through the food chain

This poses a grave danger to the people who eat fish

There this issue of marine debris

and involves cleaning beaches and mangroves.

 

A lot of people ask me, “why do you do it?”

 

I reply, if not me, then who would do it?

A lot of people say, “you don’t do it, sir.”

The lawyers of my High court used to question me, “Afroz, what is this?”

“You’re a council in the Bombay High Court. Why do you pick up garbage?”

“Why do you train people? Why do you go into the toilets?”

 

How do I tell them this is a matter of love? You are ready for anything in love.

I’m sure if you’d be in a relationship, you’d be ready to make all kinds of adjustments for your companion.

This is a very romantic take on things!

This is the way I am!

source: “The interview is from youtube channel- Dhruv Rathee.”

 

It is a very Inspiring story and achievement by Afroz Shah.

 

“It is about action.”

 

The moment we start refusing plastic made products and adopting eco-friendly products, half the problems is solved automatically.

 

Here is  A list of 28 Unique Earth friedly Products that will make you more eco-

friendly

 

 Bpa Free Water Bottles

BPA stands for Bisphenol A (an industrial plastic

responsible for causing cancer). All plastic material contains this chemical

means you are drinking water which is no less than poison. 

So to provide you healthiest water, we have a 100% BPA

FREE and eco-friendly water bottle.

 

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Wood case for iPhone

 The phone case is ultra-thin soft with unique look

specially designed for iPhone eco lovers. The half split package edge button

gives you flexible operation.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Apple Watch/iPhone Stand

 Never run out of time again!

Made from 100% Bamboo, specially designed for all versions

of Apple Watch and iPhone

Apple Watch’s inductive charger comfortably fits

inside the charging dock and works as clock while charging.

 

 

 

 

Wooden teacup

 Apart being 100% non-toxic it also keeps water

colder in summer, keeps warmer in winter. Just enjoy this natural wood, you

will feel nature is only on your side.

 

 

 

Wooden alarm clock

 Apart from being Eco-friendly, The digital alarm clock

will show you time, date/month/year, and week directly. Two displaying

modes

will show you(12/24hrs). Any tap or sound over 60 dB with close distance will

wake up the desk alarm clock.

 

 

 

 

 

Reusable Stainless Foldable Straw

 Reusable, sturdy, and 100% environmental friendly than

disposable one-time-use straws we use every day. And above all, it easily folds

up so you can drink from it at a comfortable angle for your needs. Clean up,

and storage is secure with the case provided.

 

 

 

Bobo Bird Wooden Steel Wrist watch

This Bold and Classic precisely crafted timepiece is made

of all-natural wood. It’s an attractive design, and masculine looks leave an

unforgettable impression.

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Portable laptop table

Premium Quality Natural Wooden portable laptop table. 

Avoid Laptop Sliding, Adjustable Pre-Set Angle Positions

(5 Angles).

It Comes with Small Drawer and Cup Holder. Adjustable

Height, Foldable Legs with Side mini table for External Mouse.

Also, 2 Cooling Fans will protect both the laptop from

overheating and the user from suffering heat-related discomfort.

 

 

 

 

 

Bamboo steamer

The steamer is designed using 100% bamboo, giving you a

natural option for cooking which is reusable. It is very versatile allowing you

to use your pans you already have in your kitchen. Easily prepare traditionally

Asian food without any extra kitchen cookware. Live a healthy life with healthy

cooking.

 

 

 

 

Natural wood  lunch box

It is a Japanese traditional lunch box made from Natural

Camphor Wood. It is a Multifunction Double Layer lunch box, Healthy, Natural

Paint, no BPA, PVC, or phosphates. It is easy to clean and reusable and great

for adventure lovers.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Natural  Bamboo  cutting board

 

100% Real Wood Made Board which makes it 100% Eco-friendly 

Ideal for all kinds of cutting, Anti Bacterial, and Super

excellent quality. 

Easy to move Compact size with adequate grip while

cutting.

 

 

 

Retro design Wooden portable speaker

 

RETRO DESIGN, MODERN SOUND: Styled like a retro

phonograph. This portable speaker packs serious sound in a small package With

rich wood grain and texture; it looks impressive in your home, kitchen, etc.

It’s also built to travel, providing room-filling sound wherever you are with

exception battery life. 

Super easy to connect, Bluetooth 4.0 seamlessly pairs

with any device in seconds works with iPhone, Echo Dot, Samsung or any

Bluetooth enabled device!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bamboo sunglasses

 

Made from Natural Bamboo wood. Polarized with 100% UV400

Protection lenses against harmful UVA and UVB rays.

 

 

 

Eco-friendly yoga mat

 

Made by best quality TPE material, printed position line,

help the beginner to do yoga more standard and more comfortable.TPE is

recyclable, decomposable, non-toxic and Odorless, so it is harmless to you.

Come with one black carry bag so that you can carry and store the mat beautiful

and comfortable.

 

 

 

 

 

Charcoal Teeth Whitening

 

Activated Charcoal powder made from Natural

Coconut.No artificial colors, harsh chemicals, improve oral health, and great

for sensitive teeth. FDA Approved.

 

 

 

 

 

Charcoal Air purifying bag

 

 This environment-friendly bamboo charcoal air purifying

bag is all you need to keep the air fresh. It naturally cleans and absorbs

excess moisture. Safe for children and women as the ingredient of this charcoal

bag is bamboo charcoal. It is a must-have for pet owners as it removes urine

and fecal matter odor.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wood Stand for monitor

 

 Finished by the eco-friendly and sturdy bamboo board, its regular weight capacity is up to 80lbs.

Load better than plastic stand, not easy to break like glass ones.

It improves your posture by elevating your monitor to the needed ergonomic viewing height, 

to perfect eye level to relieve your neck pain. Effectively create a comfortable height.

It’s nicely carved with no sharp edges design, protect your body from scratching your fingers,

and eco-friendly paint for every piece of the wood board.     

 

 

 

 

 

Reusable shopping cart bags

 

The stylish reusable shopping bags are designed to empower 

shoppers to feel both smart and confident.

The bag handles allow you to carry grocery bags from the shopping

cart to your kitchen without incident or confusion.

The reusable grocery bags help to organize your shopping and

the colorful canvas sacks help preserve the environment.

 Package includes four sets of Reusable Supermarket Shopping Trolley Bags.

 

 

 

Wooden soap case

 

It maximizes the life of soap by keeping your bar of soap well ventilated

and save from rotting gushy and messy.

It leaves no odor and maintains the hygiene of your bathroom. 

The unique and elegant style means it will look good wherever you keep.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bamboo Neck Support Memory Foam Pillow

 

The unique orthopedic surface ensures proper spinal alignment and restful sleep as

it cradles your neck and head in a comfortable position.

 

 

 

 

Fingerprint lock for door

 

 

Made with premium material, high hardness with excellent durability,

and easily charged through USB.

Support a total of 10 fingerprints with 360-degree arbitrary fingerprint press type recognition 

If the battery is short of power, and it quickly unlocks in an emergency.

After connecting it to a charger, you can directly press the fingerprint to open it.

 

 

 

 

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