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Of course, the best thing you can do for the planet is to limit your consumption, but shopping sustainably can also decrease the impact. Follow these tips to shop sustainably during your time at NYU Paris.
shop secondhand
shop secondhand
Emmaus has both physical boutiques throughout France and an online store
For clothes and other home decor, shop Vinted online
avoid certain materials
avoid certain materials
When buying new, consider avoiding certain non-renewable and toxic materials like polyester, acrylic, viscose rayon, and plastic.
Shop sustainably
Shop sustainably
If you have the option, shop sustainable brands. Look to brands with GOTS certification (a textile production certification that limits the use of toxic bleaches, dyes and other chemical inputs during the production process of textiles).
Donate
Donate
When you're thinking about leaving Paris, consider donating things you won't bring home either to the NYU Paris pantry or to other associations. Donation boxes can be found throughout Paris.
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