Recycling Tips & Eco-Friendly Advice

Precycling
Consider the products and packaging you're using, eliminate any extra waste beforehand and also use recyclable products. Here are some simple things to do:

Don't take bags when making a small purchase

Use a reusable cloth or string bag when shopping, not plastic or paper

Use sponges instead of paper towels, and cloth napkins instead of paper

Look for containers that can be reused or at least recycled (glass and aluminum). Reusable containers are an even better way of recycling.

Don't buy single use, throw-away products (such as razors, plastic utensils, paper plates, etc.) - look for ones that can be used repetitively.

Buy fruits and vegetables, grains, pastas and any loose items without packaging (especially avoid styrofoam and plastic packaging)

Don't buy plastic

If it is possible to find dairies that refill milk containers in a refillable and reusable bottle. likewise honey and peanut butter can be purchased in refillable bulk containers. Try eco-minded health food stores.

Avoid the "aseptic drink box" made of layers of paper, plastic and aluminum - it can not be recycled. Instead use drink containers that are reusable or at least recycled. Anyone have any alternatives to buying soy-milk that is not in these sort of containers??

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Precycling Consider the products and packaging you're using, eliminate any extra waste beforehand and also use recyclable products. Here are some simple things to do: Don't take bags when making a small purchase Use a reusable cloth or string bag when shopping, not plastic or paper Use sponges instead of paper towels, and cloth napkins instead of paper Look for containers that can be reused or at least recycled (glass and aluminum). Reusable containers are an even better way of recycling. Don't buy single use, throw-away products (such as razors, plastic utensils, paper plates, etc.) - look for ones that can be used repetitively. Buy fruits and vegetables, grains, pastas and any loose items without packaging (especially avoid styrofoam and plastic packaging) Don't buy plastic If it is possible to find dairies that refill milk containers in a refillable and reusable bottle. likewise honey and peanut butter can be purchased in refillable bulk containers. Try eco-minded health food stores. Avoid the "aseptic drink box" made of layers of paper, plastic and aluminum - it can not be recycled. Instead use drink containers that are reusable or at least recycled. Anyone have any alternatives to buying soy-milk that is not in these sort of containers??
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