Celebrate World Environment Day 2024 with these sustainable gadgets. From compost bins to reusable toothbrushes, they're a step toward a cleaner future.

Happy World Environment Day 2024! Celebrated every June 5, it aims to heighten awareness and encourage action on environmental issues. At Gadget Flow, we’re doing our part by highlighting the most sustainable gadgets you can buy for your home and kitchen.

Related: Most sustainable kitchen gadgets you can buy in 2021

How much food do you throw away each week? The amount may surprise you. According to the USDA, food waste in the United States is estimated to be around 30–40% of the food supply. It’s an amount that significantly impacts the planet and society. A gadget like the mill Kitchen bin can help you and your family tackle food waste at home.

And according to the International Energy Agency, electricity is 40% of global greenhouse gas emissions. You can reduce your electrical footprint by switching to solar energy at home. Thanks to the Anker SOLIX X1, you can store solar energy during the day for nighttime use

Ready to overhaul your home’s carbon and waste footprint? These sustainable home and kitchen gadgets can help!

1. The Anker SOLIX X1 energy storage system lets you use solar energy any time of the day.

Anker SOLIX X1 in a video

Solar energy isn’t just for use during the day. A device like the Anker SOLIX X1 lets you store the energy you’ve collected during the day for nighttime use.

How does it work? The X1 connects with the SOLIX Microinverter and EV charger, forming a micro-grid for home energy powered by solar. The X1’s battery has an optimizer that allows for independent charging and discharging.

The energy optimizer also allows for a modular design, so you can scale your output and capacity depending on your needs.

2. The Solgaard Solar Boombox plays music without electricity or a battery.

Solgaard Solar Boom Box in black

Music is the spice of life. Thanks to the Solgaard Solar Boom Box, you can listen to it without the grid or toxic batteries. In fact, this music player gets its energy from the sun. One hour in the sun gives you 2 hours of playtime.

With an IPX 7 water resistance rating, you won’t have to worry about splashes or spills, making it a no-brainer beach and poolside companion. Plus, the rugged casing ensures it’s adventure-ready!

And if the day is overcast day or your party is indoors, the USB-C port ensures you can charge the player anytime.

3. The BRiN SeaDifferently reusable toothbrush is made from recycled ocean plastic.

The most sustainable gadgets you can buy for the home and kitchen
BRiN SeaDifferently toothbrushes with seashells

Every toothbrush you’ve used probably still exists somewhere—in one form or another. The amount of waste generated by plastic toothbrushes is staggering, but the BRiN SeaDifferently reusable toothbrush offers a solution.

The handle is reusable and made from FDA-approved recycled ocean-bound plastic. The brush heads, too, are made with post-consumer recycled plastic and are replaceable. Their bristles use castor oil filament to clean teeth and protect the gums.

There’s even a subscription option, so you don’t have to remember to replace them!

4. The mill Kitchen Bin reduces food waste by collecting, drying, and grinding food scraps.

mill Kitchen Bin
mill Kitchen Bin in a kitchen

Prevent your leftovers from contributing to greenhouse gases with the mill Kitchen Bin. This stylish waste bin actually dries and grinds leftovers without any odors. It accepts any kind of scrap, from cherry pits to small bones.

The bin reduces food volume by 80%. Plus, with a 6.5L capacity, it can handle about 40 lbs of wet food per week. So you won’t have to empty it for quite a while.

Meanwhile, the activated charcoal filters absorb all odors and are made from upcycled coconut shells. Refills last for up to a year, so you can be sure your kitchen never smells.

5. The TCL Q-Series Window Air Conditioner gives you up to 37% Energy Savings.

The most useful sustainable gadgets you can buy for your home and kitchen
TCL Q-Series Window Air Conditioner in a window

Cool your home with less energy using the TCL Q-Series Window Air Conditioner. Thanks to its Smart AI inverter, it lowers temperatures faster and keeps them consistent.

It’s even Energy Star certified and offers up to 37% Energy Savings due to the smart AI inverter algorithm. It improves the cooling process, saving energy. It’s one of our favorite sustainable gadgets for the home and kitchen.

6. The Moen Smart Sprinkler Controller lets you water your lawn more efficiently.

The most useful sustainable gadgets you can buy for your home and kitchen
Moen Sprinkler Controller front view

Save water and keep your lawn healthy with the Moen Smart Sprinkler Controller and Smart Soil Sensors. This set works with an app, so you can control your sprinkler system from anywhere. Meanwhile, features like weather skip, independent zone control, and soil sensing help you make better use of water.

7. The Click & Grow 25 smart indoor garden helps you grow healthy vegetables and herbs at home.

Click and Grow 25
Click & Grow 25 with greens

Make your cooking more sustainable with the Click & Grow 25 smart indoor garden. It makes growing greens and herbs easy, automating lighting and watering. Plus, it uses materials like natural oak and metal.

Taking action on environmental issues has never been easier with these sustainable gadgets. Use them to reduce your food waste, electricity use, and emissions.

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