Tips to Reduce & Reuse
Before you buy an item, or use and discard one, ask yourself:
REDUCE: Can I buy this product with less packaging?
REUSE: Can I or someone else use this again?
RECYCLE: Can I recycle this after I use it?
Cut down on packaging.
- Avoid excess packaging, buy in bulk when you can, and look for beverages in refillable bottles.
- Carry a reusable bag when you go to the market and the grocery store.
Be an active consumer.
- Contact to manufacturers and tell them you'd like to see their products in returnable, recyclable or less wasteful packaging.
- Buy goods packaged in recycled and recyclable materials.
- Get your name off of "junk mail" lists. Send your name to: Mail Preference Service, Direct Marketing Association, P.O. Box 643, Carmel, NY 10512. Visit www.junkbusters.com for more information about getting off junk mail lists.
Buy smart.
- Buy products that are made to last.
- Buy reusable products, such as sponges instead of paper towels, coffee mugs instead of styrofoam cups and rechargeable batteries.
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