Back to Office? Your Guide to a Zero-Waste Desk Setup

Whether you’re clocking in from a cubicle or coworking space, now is a great time to green your desk. A zero waste workspace cuts down your plastic waste, while adding a clean, minimalistic aura to your daily routine. It’s the philosophy that we have in place at our office and we thought we’d share it with you too!

Here’s how you can build your green desk!

1. Start with a Reusable Lunch Kit

Ditch the disposables and invest in: 

• A stainless steel or glass tiffin/lunch box 

• Reusable cutlery kit 

• Cloth napkin 

• A sturdy steel bottle 

2. Desk Side Skincare Must Haves 

Offices can be harsh on your skin with air conditioners and long screen times. Here’s a mini zero waste skincare kit you can have by your desk: 

• Soak It Up Moisturiser: Lightweight, fast absorbing and fully hydrating due to natural oils like jojoba and apricot 

• Mason & Co. X Bare Necessities Cacao Butter Lip Balm: Made with cacao butter and coconut oil, this keeps your lips soft and protected without any plastic packaging 

• Round the Clock Deodorant: Stay fresh from AM to PM though morning meetings to evening tea catch-ups with our refreshing deodorant 

3. Opt for Eco Stationery

• Refillable fountain pens or pencils 

• Recycled paper notebooks 

• A small desk compost bin for fruit peels 

• Opt for digital planners or to do lists to cut down on paper waste 

4. Sustainable Personal Touches 

• Add a potted plant to improve air quality and brighten your workspace 

• Use cloth coasters or repurposed fabric for your beverages 

• Decorate with items you already own or thrifted finds

5. Manage Your Waste

Keep a mini waste segregation system at your desk: 

• A container for recyclables - paper, dry wrappers 

• A jar to collect compostables like fruit scraps 

• A bag for hard to recycle items to drop off later 

Why Does This Matter? 

Creating a zero waste desk setup may seem like a small change, but the impact slowly but steadily adds up. Over time, you’re reducing your carbon footprint, cutting back on landfill waste, and setting a visible example of conscious living for your colleagues 

Let your workspace reflect the values you carry with you - sustainability, simplicity and a touch of Bare Goodness