Decoding Sustainability
This Diwali, let’s illuminate our celebrations with eco-friendly choices that honour both tradition and the planet. Here are five ways you can celebrate an eco-friendly Diwali with your friends and family:
Use Eco-Friendly Decorations: Opt for decorations made from natural materials like clay, paper, or fabric instead of plastic. You can also make your rangoli using flower petals, considering that’s a sustainable option.
Choose Sustainable Diyas: Replace traditional oil lamps with earthen diyas and coconut shell diyas. Use diyas that are made from soy wax and not paraffin. One soy wax diya can replace approximately two to three paraffin wax diyas. Soy wax burns cleaner and longer than paraffin.
Plant Trees or Flowers: Celebrate by planting trees or flowers in your community or garden. This not only beautifies the surroundings but also contributes to the environment. You can decorate a corner in your house with plants.
Create Homemade Gifts: Instead of buying plastic items, make or purchase sustainable gifts, such as handmade items, organic treats, or potted plants. You can also create a customised gift box with paraffin wax diyas for your loved ones.
Cotton Bags for Gifts: Instead of single-use plastic bags, you can use reusable 100% cotton bags to gift items. This not only gives an eco-friendly touch but also makes your gift thoughtful and stands out in the crowd of mass-produced items.
Eco-friendly practices not only enhance our celebrations but also protect our planet for future generations. By selecting sustainable options to celebrate Diwali, we can create a festival filled with joy and commitment to a greener tomorrow.