National Earth Day 2022 helps to raise awareness of environmental issues by encouraging people to participate in eco-friendly activities. Whether you're upcycling old clothes, recycling plastic, or reducing food waste, every little bit helps!
To inspire you in your efforts to save the Earth, Poundstretcher has compiled a list of our favourite environmentally friendly and thrifty activities!
Fight food waste
Nobody likes food waste, especially when it comes to fruit and veggies. If you’ve got some berries or other fruits that are about to expire, consider freezing them for future use in a smoothie or some homemade ice cream!
Turn your wasted goods into tasty puds using our range of baking kitchen appliances. Got some ripe, browning bananas that need binning? Whip them up into freshly baked banana bread with our non-stick roast tin.
Grow your fruits & vegetables
The best way to give back to the planet is by replenishing the Earth with its natural resources. Consider planting some seeds in the ground with the kids and grow some delicious fruits, vegetables, and herbs in your back garden. From succulent strawberries to hot chillies to fragrant basil – we have a wide range of edible, eco-friendly propagation for you to get your green fingers on!
Eco-Friendly BBQ
With the weather getting warmer and the sun peeking through the clouds, the barbeque season is almost upon us! So, spark up your BBQ flames with these environmentally friendly firelighters, made from 100% natural wood and oils. Non-smoking, non-polluting, and odourless, these firelighters allow you to light up your grill without worrying about harmful chemicals being released into the air. Suitable for use on all fires, stoves, and BBQs.
Bird Watching DIY Project
Want to teach the little ones about wildlife from your back garden while also being creative and thrifty? First, reduce your plastic waste by reusing an empty plastic bottle or container (you can use one of our 1 litre Montgomery water bottles once you’ve quenched your thirst) and poking some small holes in the sides. Next, place some wooden lolly sticks in some of the holes for the birds to perch on. Finally, fill up the bottle with our black sunflower seeds and hang your makeshift bird feeder from a tree, bird feeding station, or table. You’ll attract all kinds of wildlife to your garden!
Upcycling Old Clothes
Got some old clothes that you don’t wear anymore? Don’t buy new ones! Instead, turn your rags into riches with our Rainbow Unicorn Tie-dye kit, a fun and thrifty activity for you and the kids to do together! Upcycle that old t-shirt and give it a multicolour makeover, complete with unicorn stencils!
National Earth Day takes place on 22nd April 2022. You can get involved in the earth-saving action by taking part in any of the activities you've seen today! Visit our online store to find all these products and more, or stop by a Poundstretcher near you.