Most people carry around a supercomputer without realizing it could double as a personal sustainability coach. With a few well-chosen apps or even just calendar reminders, you can turn your phone into a tool for habit tracking, meal planning, or ride sharing. It's not about being perfect; it's about nudging yourself toward better habits. And when your tech starts supporting your values instead of just feeding your screen time, it feels like a little win every day.
Buy Used Like It’s the Default
There’s something quietly satisfying about buying something secondhand, especially when it still has that fresh-out-of-the-box feel. These days, it’s less about thrift and more about mindset—why buy new if gently-used works just as well? Your phone or laptop can easily connect you to secondhand marketplaces, community exchanges, or even repair tutorials when things break. And every time you choose reuse over new, you’re cutting back on waste without making a big scene about it.
Stream with Intention
It's tempting to leave Spotify running while you're in the shower, cooking dinner, and texting your cousin about brunch—all at the same time. But how you stream—video, music, podcasts—can actually make a difference when it comes to energy use. Try setting your devices to auto-off timers, download playlists instead of constantly streaming, or just... pause once in a while. There’s something surprisingly grounding about being a little more intentional with how you consume content, and your devices will thank you for the break.
Use Your Calendar Like a Low-Key Sustainability Hack