Waste
Reduce the impact your waste has on the environment.
Other action areas include Energy, Mobility, Nature, Sustainable Community, and Water.
Think Twice Before Buying
Reduce Food Waste
DAILY ACTION
I will reduce waste by buying the amount of food I will cook, and cook the amount of food that will be eaten.
Buy from Eco-Friendly Companies
DAILY ACTION
I will buy from environmentally responsible companies
Avoid Single Use Plastic Bags
DAILY ACTION
I will refuse disposable bags when making purchases.
Avoid Buying Produce in Plastic Packaging
DAILY ACTION
I will buy produce with no plastic packaging, and bring reusable bags (including old plastic bags) for loose produce.
Reuse or Repair Things
DAILY ACTION
I will reuse or repair something I normally would dispose of.
Recycle at Curbside or Designated Locations
DAILY ACTION
I will check what is recyclable at curbside, and recycle other items at designated locations.
Reuse or Give Away Boxes and Packing Materials
DAILY ACTION
I will reuse or give away boxes or packing materials on NextDoor, Freecycle or similar neighborhood network.
Give Away Things I No Longer Need
DAILY ACTION
I will donate things that I no longer need to Goodwill, or other similar organizations.
Go Zero Waste for a Day
Use Reusable Cup and Water Bottle
DAILY ACTION
I will reduce paper and plastic waste by using a reusable mug and water bottle.
Use Mulch Setting on Lawnmower
Don't Litter
DAILY ACTION
I will not litter. That includes cigarette butts. I will dispose my litter in the nearest trash bin.
Compost Food Waste
Go Paperless
ONE-TIME ACTION
I will reduce paper mail by signing up for e-billing and cancel unwanted paper subscriptions.