Reduce Your Waste
There's a reason 'Reduce' comes before reuse and recycling. If you cut back on the products you purchase and how you use them, you cut back on your waste. Here are a few tips:
1. PAPER
- Keep unwanted mail out of your mailbox by contacting the companies to stop delivery
- Try to purchase items packaged in recycled material or that use minimal packaging
2. PLASTIC/METAL/GLASS
- Buy food and drinks in large containers instead of individual bottles or cans
- Use mugs and glasses instead of styrofoam and paper cups
3. ELECTRONICS
- Invest in software and hardware upgrades instead of buying new technology
- Use wireless connections to reduce your use of cords and cut down on electrical costs
4. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
- Purchase products with minimal toxic chemicals
- Look for products that receive power other than through batteries
5. FOOD WASTE
- Set up a bin to compost organic food waste
6. AUTOMOTIVE
- Optimize your vehicle mileage by choosing the best travel routes
- Keep vehicles well maintained so parts will last longer
- Reduce your emissions by combining multiple trips
- Think about using public transportation
Send us your favorite Waste Reduction tips and techniques, and let's make this list grow!
