With the call for sustainability growing louder, it’s essential to acknowledge the impact of our choices in day-to-day life. Individuals can take several steps to become more eco-friendly. A good starting point is buying products that are good for the environment and those living in it. However, people just starting their journey toward sustainability tend to make mistakes. So, one should avoid these five most common shopping errors when trying to become eco-friendly: Buying just because it’s eco-friendly One of the biggest mistakes people make when trying to become an eco-friendly shopper is spending money on something only because it’s labeled “green” or “sustainable.” If someone already has a product similar to what they are about to buy, they should stop and re-examine their decision. Getting a similar product means the individual will have two of the same thing, so one will be unused or wasted. Experts say the best way to be sustainable is to use what one already has till it has completely worn out or become ready to be recycled, composted, or given away for a second life. Individuals should check with themselves if they really need to spend more money or resources on buying anything. Sure, the new product may be eco-friendly, but it does not make sense to throw away the older one if it still does the job.