What you can do(Reduce waste)

[BobTheBuilder]

Reduce waste
Of the tens of millions of tons of garbage Americans throw away each year, almost a third of it is consumer waste. Single serving containers, individual wrappers, beverage containers, grocery bags and disposable dishes and utensils rapidly fill already stressed landfills. Every individual can help reduce this problem by becoming a responsible consumer and considering the impacts of products before making purchases.

To reduce consumer waste:

Buy in bulk. Buying products in large amounts and later separating them into smaller portions for storage not only saves on unnecessary packaging but also tends to be cheaper in the long run. Compare the price per ounce when shopping.

Buy recycled materials. Buying products made from recycled materials helps boost the market for recyclables while reducing the market for ‘virgin’ resources.

Think globally. Think about the environmental impact made by the industry that produces a product.

Do they practice sustainable management?

Do they contribute to deforestation or industrial water pollution?

How much of a waste vs. product ratio is there?

Research the facts and shop accordingly. You can decrease your contribution to processes that are detrimental to the environment.