Reduce Waste
Let’s lessen our impact on the environment.
Did you know the average American generates over four pounds of trash every day? Although recycling helps reduce the amount that goes into landfills, this still puts an enormous stress on our environment and economy.
Creating new materials also requires raw materials and large amounts of energy. By reducing and reusing, we can save natural resources, protect our environment, and save money. Want to know how you can help?
Buy only what you need. Buy in bulk and/or economy sizes when you shop.
Carry reusable bags to the store.
Find a way to reuse items rather than throwing them away. Try using storage containers that you can wash and reuse.
Give items to charity or sell in a yard sale rather than throwing them away. Sometimes, one person's trash is another person's treasure.
Try composting your food scraps. Many local solid waste agencies have compost bins available for home use. It’s easy to compost and you can have your own fertilizer for your plants and landscaping when you’re done.