For the environmentally conscientious, there are lots of ways to take steps toward a more sustainable and greener lifestyle. With Earth Day coming up next week, there are several eco-friendly retail options around Bucks County to check out to help protect our planet.
Low Waste Stores
For those looking to cut down on their waste after grocery shopping, the Yardley Refillery is a great spot to visit. Customers can bring their own containers or purchase the reusable ones from the Refillery, and sort through their inventory, ranging from personal care items and home cleaning products to pantry goods and hardware. Whether you’re looking for tea, coffee, spices, dog treats, bird seed, shampoo, or floor cleaner, the Refillery has plenty to peruse.
Another eco-friendly store with a mission to reduce waste is The Larder in Doylestown, which offers products in bulk. Similar to the Refillery, shoppers can bring their own containers and look through their assortment of coffees, grains, nuts, seeds, candies, baking supplies, and more. Packaged items like jams, jellies, and soup starters are also available. According to their website, a significant portion of their inventory is locally sourced, giving customers the chance to find goods that might not be available in big-name stores.
Shop Secondhand
One man’s trash is another man’s treasure, and thrift shops are the perfect example. Along with finding unique clothes, antique furniture, and eclectic decor, shoppers can feel good knowing they’re helping reduce landfill waste. Luckily, Bucks County is home to countless secondhand stores with lots of unique items.
Check out spots like Good Stuff Thrift in Doylestown, Last Chance Ranch Thrift Store in Quakertown, Four Paws Thrift Store in Warrington, Penny Buck Junction Thrift Store in Warminster, and Nova Thrift Shop in Hilltown for unforgettable finds.
Visit Your Local Farmers Market
Shopping at your local farmers markets not only ensures you’re getting fresh produce but also supports local agriculture. There are several markets around Bucks County, each with its own unique selection of offerings.
Visit None Such Farm Market in Buckingham for locally grown produce and fresh meats like chicken, turkey, pork, and beef. Along with house-baked treats and their broad selection of sandwiches, the market also offers a range of flowers, herbs, and vegetable plants to start your own garden at home.
The Newtown Farmers Market is another great spot with a variety of vendors offering everything from fresh meats and seafood to Dutch baked goods and dairy products. Enjoy a sushi platter from Akiko Sushi, pretzel bites and milkshakes from Barbie’s Soft Pretzels, and all-natural chicken from Zook’s Fresh Poultry.
Located in Bristol, Lou’s Farm Mart boasts an assortment of produce and prepared foods with everything you might need for your kitchen and garden. Fresh fruits, baked goods, deli products, mulch, flowers, and compost are available, as well as a robust menu of hot food items and daily soups and sandwiches.
So, if you’re looking for a more environmentally friendly way to shop, be sure to check out one of these Bucks County spots!
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