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Reducing Plastic Consumption
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- Say no to single-use plastics: Ditch plastic bags, straws, cutlery, and coffee cups. Invest in reusable alternatives like tote bags, metal straws, bamboo cutlery, and insulated mugs.
- Avoid overpackaged products: opt for items with minimal or recyclable packaging. Look for package-free stores or buy in bulk to reduce packaging waste.
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- Say no to single-use plastics: Ditch plastic bags, straws, cutlery, and coffee cups. Invest in reusable alternatives like tote bags, metal straws, bamboo cutlery, and insulated mugs.
- Avoid overpackaged products: opt for items with minimal or recyclable packaging. Look for package-free stores or buy in bulk to reduce packaging waste.
- Choose products with recycled content: Support companies that use recycled materials in their products.
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- Cook more at home: Eating out often involves excessive plastic packaging. Preparing meals at home allows you to control the ingredients and packaging.
- Buy local and seasonal produce: Locally grown food often requires less packaging and transportation, reducing plastic use.
- Purchase secondhand: Give pre-loved items a new home instead of buying new products with plastic packaging.
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Recycling
- Repurpose containers: Don't toss plastic containers right away. Use them for storage, DIY projects, or plant pots.
- Refill and repair: Choose refillable cleaning products, shampoo bars, and other household items. Get clothes and appliances repaired instead of replacing them.
Recycling
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Recycling
- Learn about your local recycling program: Understand what types of plastic your program accepts and how to prepare them for recycling.
- Rinse and sort recyclables: Clean and separate your recyclables to avoid contamination and ensure proper sorting.
- Compost food scraps: Composting reduces food waste and creates nutrient-rich soil for your garden.
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- Clear. Consistent. Concise.
- Get more materials in the recycling bin by taking the guesswork out of recycling.
- Visit https://how2recycle.info/labels for more info.
What Is Zero Waste?
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- A Guide to Resource Recovery and Conservation.
- On its most basic level, the goal of zero waste is to push economies towards the target of sending no waste to landfill, incinerators, and the ocean.
- Learn more by visiting: https://www.zerowaste.com/blog/what-is-zero-waste-a-guide-to-resource-recovery-and-conservation/
Bonus Tips
Support Plastic Reduction Initiatives
Advocate for policies that reduce plastic waste, such as plastic bag bans and bottle deposit schemes.
Educate Others
Spread awareness about plastic pollution and encourage your friends and family to adopt sustainable practices.
Volunteer
One of the simplest and most effective ways to reduce plastic pollution is to join or organize a cleanup event in your area. You can pick up litter from beaches, parks, streets, or rivers, and sort it for recycling or disposal.
Spread the Word
Help raise awareness by sharing websites, social media pages, and events with your friends, family, and colleagues.
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