10 Ways to Reduce Waste
Have you heard of the zero waste lifestyle? Today's video is a beginner's guide to zero waste: 10 tips for reducing waste!
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The 5 R's of Waste Management
- REFUSE what you don't need
- REDUCE what you do need
- REUSE what you already have
- RECYCLE what you cannot refuse, reduce, or reuse
- ROT the rest
Mentioned
- Refuse junk mail
- Ball mason jars
- Acrylic straw
- Etee food wrap
- Similar sustainable food wrap on Amazon
- Portable Utensils
- Bamboo toothbrush
- Sckoon menstrual cup
Zero Waste Resources
Sources
- Zero Waste Home
- Plastic bag stats
- Toothbrush stats: Brush with Bamboo
- Period stats: The Environmental Impact of My Period
Let's start the discussion on how we can be more environmentally conscious. Comment below with your thoughts and best tips on reducing waste!
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