Reusing items reduces waste and pollution. Every time something is reused, one less item goes to landfills. There are many items you can reuse for moving to a new location. Let’s look at just a few great items you probably already own that you can reuse for your move.

1. Reusable grocery bags

Reusable grocery bags are designed to carry large volumes of food efficiently, often featuring drawstring closures. When not in use, they can be folded up and stored easily in small pouches to be carried easily in purses and cars; some models are even machine-washable for quicker and thorough cleaning!

Reusable shopping bags are large and sturdy enough to carry heavy loads of groceries with ease. Even if you don’t need to move groceries when you relocate, you can use reusable grocery bags for all kinds of other items.

If you have cold items from your fridge or freezer that need to go with you for the move, you can use cooler bags. These insulated bags go a long way to making it easier to move cold and frozen items when you are relocating.

2. Suitcases and Bags

If you already own suitcases, why not use them to pack up your clothing, towels, and other items? This reusable item works great for moving, especially if you won’t need to stay overnight along the way. You can also use any other type of bag you have to pack up some of your items.

Sometimes, it can be wise to pack a fragile item into a suitcase or bag surrounded by towels and clothing. This can help to protect it and give you an excellent reusable item for your move.

3. Reusable Moving Boxes

Of course, one of the best reusable items you can make use of for your move is reusable moving boxes. These boxes not only help make your move super eco-friendly, but they also offer a level of protection cardboard boxes simply cannot offer. When you choose reusable moving boxes, they will stack better and protect all your things from damage far better than a cardboard box that can be smashed or dented rather easily.

4. Vacuum Space Bags

A great reusable item for moving that can also save you space is a vacuum space bag. With these bags, you suck out all the air to make the items you pack in them as small as possible. They are great for clothing and bulking cloth items that can be made smaller. Plus, once you arrive at your new location, you can reuse these vacuum space bags for storing extra clothing, towels, bedding, and other cloth items.

5. Drawers from Furniture

If you are packing up your dresser, nightstands, and other items with drawers, why not use those drawers as “boxes”? You can pack them up with items and cover them with plastic wrap or simply put them into the furniture once it’s loaded onto the truck. This is a great way to use something you already own for packing up for your move.

Reusable boxes are great for an eco-friendly move, along with the many other items on this list. Use them all and you can save money and time while making your move greener.