Five Simple Sustainable Swaps for Everyday Life in Duluth

Living more lightly on Lake Superior starts with one simple switch at a time. As Duluth’s only zero-waste and refill shop, Ren Market keeps those switches easy and affordable.

Swap 1 : Replace Paper Towels with Swedish Dish Cloths

Americans throw out thousands of tons of paper towels every day. One Swedish dish cloth can outlast seventeen rolls, cuts waste, and is compostable. Find bright patterns in our Kitchen Collection.

Swap 2: Bring a Refillable Glass Soap Bottle

Select a stylish glass dispenser once, then top it off at our bulk hand soap station for pennies an ounce. You cut plastic and save cash with every refill.

Swap 3: Switch to Bamboo Toothbrushes

Conventional brushes take centuries to break down. Bamboo handles return to the earth in months and feel just as sturdy. Soft‑bristle options await in our Dental aisle.

Swap 4: Trade Dryer Sheets for Wool Dryer Balls

Dryer sheets are single-use and often coated in synthetic fragrance. Wool balls last for hundreds of loads, reduce static, and shorten drying time.

Swap 5: Carry a Stainless Steel Straw Set

Plastic straws frequently show up in Great Lakes beach clean‑ups. Our stainless sets include a cleaning brush and travel pouch so you always have a waste‑free option.

Putting It All Together

Pick one swap this week, then another next month. Each choice is a win for your wallet and for the lake we all love. Visit Ren Market at 1918 West Superior Street or browse the Shop All page to start your sustainable journey today.