4: How to Do a Household Waste Audit
- Author
- Sarah Robertson-Barnes
- Published
- Tue 17 Jun 2025
- Episode Link
- https://sustainableinthesuburbs.com/free-household-waste-audit-workbook/
What we throw away tells a story. When we take time to look at what’s going into the bin (and why), we can start making more intentional choices, one small shift at a time.
This week on Sustainable in the Suburbs, I’ll guide you through how to do a simple waste audit. It’s a great starting point if you’ve ever wondered where to begin with low-waste living. And it’s a powerful reminder that every small step adds up!
Takeaways
- How to do a simple waste audit at home, at the office, or in the classroom.
- What to look for when analyzing your waste.
- How mindset shifts can help you reduce waste without overwhelm.
- Why household waste is only one piece of the bigger system — and what you can do about that.
One Small Shift
This week, just start noticing. Before you download your FREE Household Waste Audit Workbook, just take a short pause when you are about to toss something in the bin. Where did this thing in your hand come from? What else could you do with it? What bin does it really belong in? And what happens to it after it leaves your home?
Resources
If you’re looking for more ways to reduce waste at home, you might also like these posts:
Household Waste Audit Workbook (free printable download)
How to Conduct a Waste Audit With Kids
How to Prevent Food Waste With Kids
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