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Borrow things from your neighbors
You rarely use many of the things you own. Share or borrow through platforms like Peerby or your local community group – sustainable and convenient.
Description
What we find interesting:
How often do you buy something you only use a few times a year, like a drill, a party tent, or tools? Research shows that a drill is only actively used for an average of 13 minutes during its entire lifespan. We think that could be better.
There are several sharing platforms that make it easy to rent things from your neighbors, such as Peerby. But a nearby WhatsApp group is also an option.
3 more reasons to borrow things from your neighbors
There are several sharing platforms that make it easy to rent things from your neighbors, such as Peerby. But a nearby WhatsApp group is also an option.
3 more reasons to borrow things from your neighbors
- Borrowing things is not only sustainable, it also saves you money and (storage) space.
- Borrowing and sharing things strengthens the bond with your neighbors and creates more social contact in your neighborhood.
- You can also offer your own things for loan and help others.
Steps
- 1Download the Peerby app.
- 2Find what you need: from tools to party supplies, standing tables or pressure washers, there is a huge selection.
- 3Use the app to arrange when you pick up or have the product delivered.
- 4Add your stuff to help others and contribute to a sharing culture.
- 5Become a Peerby ambassador: share your experiences with others, making sharing more and more normal.
- 6Start a WhatsApp or Signal group with your neighbors and swap everything you or your neighbors need.
