Ways to Reduce the Amount of Trash You Create
Another way to help the planet is to simply cut down on the amount of non-recyclable materials you throw out. What’s a good way to do this?
1. One of the most effective ways to help us to bring your own reusable cloth bag to purchase groceries. If you forget, insist on paper, and pack as many goods in one bag as possible, without double bagging.
2. Try to reduce the amount of packaging you purchase by buying products in bulk.
3. Have any paper statements that are normally mailed to you – such as bills, financial statements, newsletters, etc. – e-mailed to you instead.
4. Buy products that are packaged in cardboard or paper board instead of Styrofoam.
5. Try to avoid disposable items such as paper plates, cups, and utensils.
6. When wrapping presents, opt for reusable gift bags instead of wrapping paper – or maybe even reuse wrapping paper.
Composting is another way to reduce trash
Composting is the simple step of setting aside your fruit peals and pits along with other food waste that does not contain oils or meat and then putting it into a compost pile. This will not only create a much cleaner smelling kitchen but also produce great nutrients for your garden.
Most Waste Can Be Minimized
Every day we use a variety of products in our households and work places to fulfill our basic needs. Most of these products and their packaging are wasted and dumped in bins, which end up in land fill sites. We ignore the fact that a major portion of our waste can be recycled or reused. It would also be very responsible of us, if we could reduce the consumption of products to the maximum extent possible. So, the three R’s of sustainability are Reduce, Reuse and Recycle.
Another way to help the planet is to simply cut down on the amount of non-recyclable materials you throw out. What’s a good way to do this?
1. One of the most effective ways to help us to bring your own reusable cloth bag to purchase groceries. If you forget, insist on paper, and pack as many goods in one bag as possible, without double bagging.
2. Try to reduce the amount of packaging you purchase by buying products in bulk.
3. Have any paper statements that are normally mailed to you – such as bills, financial statements, newsletters, etc. – e-mailed to you instead.
4. Buy products that are packaged in cardboard or paper board instead of Styrofoam.
5. Try to avoid disposable items such as paper plates, cups, and utensils.
6. When wrapping presents, opt for reusable gift bags instead of wrapping paper – or maybe even reuse wrapping paper.
Composting is another way to reduce trash
Composting is the simple step of setting aside your fruit peals and pits along with other food waste that does not contain oils or meat and then putting it into a compost pile. This will not only create a much cleaner smelling kitchen but also produce great nutrients for your garden.
Most Waste Can Be Minimized
Every day we use a variety of products in our households and work places to fulfill our basic needs. Most of these products and their packaging are wasted and dumped in bins, which end up in land fill sites. We ignore the fact that a major portion of our waste can be recycled or reused. It would also be very responsible of us, if we could reduce the consumption of products to the maximum extent possible. So, the three R’s of sustainability are Reduce, Reuse and Recycle.