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Commit to an environmentally-geared New Year’s resolution and make a positive impact in your life and the community.
Anywhere you go – from home, the office, around town, and such – can be an opportunity to help save the planet. For a a few tips to help you stick to your resolution keep reading!
At home, reuse before you recycle. Bring plastic grocery bags to the store for fresh produce or reuse plastic bags as trashcan liners. Pass along hand-me-downs to your friends and family or transform old T-shirts into cleaning rags.
Invest in products that last. If the thought of reusing a Ziploc bag is terrifying, purchase reusable containers made from glass that are microwave and dishwasher safe. Consider the packaging. Buy in bulk whenever possible or opt for products that use minimal packaging: bagged cereal, OB Tampons and concentrates.
At work, always remember to turn off the lights and electronics before leaving. If the New Year means a new computer, purchase an Energy Star laptop instead of a desktop – they are up to 70 percent more energy-efficient. Whenever possible, print and copy on the duplex setting. Also, place recycling bins next to printers or copy machines.
For on the go, carry a reusable, BPA-free water bottle. Not only will you save hundreds of dollars in bringing your own drink, but you’ll also save thousands of plastic bottles from being tossed into landfills. Also, stash a few reusable grocery bags in your car just in case you get to the store without one.
