Waste

• Buy only what is needed:
  Purchasing only what you need is a great way to reduce trash

• Buy durables:
  Buy quality products that are durable. The longer something lasts, the less the replacements, and therefore less trash in the landfill.

• Avoid disposables:
  Avoid buying disposable items

• Avoid excessive packaging:
  Avoid purchasing products with excessive packaging

• Renting/Borrowing:
  Instead of buying items that would be used infrequently, rent them or borrow from a friend

• Shop Second-hand:
  Second hand shopping is a great way to reuse, at the same time, make some money out of what would otherwise go into the trash

• Reusable Containers:
  Pack a litterless lunch by using reusable containers

• Travel Mug:
  Instead of using paper or Styrofoam cups, bring a travel mug.

• Save Paper:
  Print on both sides of the paper or use printed paper as scrap paper

• Gift Bags:
  Reuse gift bags instead of using wrapping paper

• Yard Sale:
  Host a yard sale to sell off any clean, used items

• Reuse Centers:
  Donate clean unused items to reuse centers

• Recycling Bins:
  Know what can be recycled in your region.

Creative Alternatives

What more can you do with your 'waste'? Check out these creative alternatives

• Coffee Grounds and 10 alternative ways to use it
• Plastic Bags knitting