The Insider Picks team writes about stuff we think you'll like. Business Insider has affiliate partnerships, so we get a share of the revenue from your purchaseAs I'm writing this, it isn't possible for millions of humans to live on Mars. The closest weve gotten so far is watching Matt Damon try to grow potatoes there in a futuristic space film.Because of that, many people are worried about how we treat the planet we already have, and with good reason. The alarming data surrounding climate change and depleted resources has forced the average person to consider their own footprint and ability to change.But while three-quarters of Americans are concerned about the environment, far fewer say they make an effort to live in a conscious way all the time. Only 1 out of 5 say they make an effort all the time.This might be because we always talk about climate change in the Arctic or other far-away places,or because we dont want to lose convenience, we don't know how to change, or we never get around to doing the research.However, when "1 out of 5" amounts to millions of people (and thats just the US), never getting around to it is a problem that adds up. Especially when you consider that that devil-may-care trouble-maker known as the Great Pacific Garbage Patch is now three times the size of France, the environment can no longer be treated as somebody else's problem.And it's surprisingly simple tomake positive, impactful change. Instead of using a K-Cup, swap it for areusable coffee filter. Out of laundry detergent' Try one with natural ingredients. You don't have to subsist on whatever your backyard garden grows to make a difference or feel guilty that your trash doesn't fit in a mason jar. Even if you just make one change rather than turning your entire household eco-friendly overnight, you're doing something good.If you want to replace everyday essentials with eco-friendly alternatives without any inconvenience, check out the 30 below:SEE ALSO:18 weird but useful things we've bought for our homes1. Allbirds footwearAllbirds gained fame for being known as the "world's most comfortable shoes" (a claim we find ourselves agreeing with) and their commitment to sustainability.The cult-favorite startup uses super soft, moisture-wicking, temperature-regulating merino wool for its iconic wool runners and tree fiber for its newest collection (sourced from South African farms that minimize fertilizer and rely on rainfall instead of irrigation).We've tried the new tree loungers and runnersas well as the wool runners and loungers and we really don't think you can go wrong.For Earth Day, Allbirds released a surprise limited edition collection available to shop while the small batch of supplies lasts.Women's Wool Runners, $95Men's Wool Runners, $952. Dish towels and bamboo alternativesIf it doesn't have to be single-use, it probably shouldn't be. Using 100% organic cotton dish towels is a great substitute to paper towels, as you can throw them in with a load of dishes repeatedly.If you really need paper towels, consider grabbing some made out of bamboo (which are also reusable). This version ($8.55) by Bambooee was on Shark Tank and the company plants a tree for every roll they sell.Bambooee Reusable & Machine-Washable Bamboo Paper Towel Replacement, $8.553. Reusable grocery bagsEach year, we use an estimated 500 billion to 1 trillion plastic bags, which causes a lot of avoidable waste.Using reusable grocery bags is a simple way to cut down on the habit without missing out on convenience. Some grocery stores even offer incentives for people who bring their own bags.Earthwise Deluxe Collapsible Reusable Shopping Box Grocery Bag with Reinforced Bottom, Set of Two, $21.97See the rest of the story at Business Insider
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