WAYS TO WATCH
YOUR WASTELINE
Tip # 20
Take the egg cartons back to the farmer - some local stores take them too.
 
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Be creative - find news ways to reduce waste quantity and toxicity

  • Select non-toxic inks and art supplies
  • Combine source reduction techniques. For example, try storing coffee bought in bulk in empty coffee cans
  • Choose beverages such as water and milk in reusable containers, where appropriate.
  • Place an order through the mail with a group of people in order to save money and reduce packaging waste.
  • Use e-mail in order to reduce the use of paper in the mail.

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