Break yourself of your plastic addiction! Take a look at this list of 10 easy ways to reduce your plastic footprint. Share with friends, and suggest other ways that you can Rise Above Plastics. http://bit.ly/RAP10ways
- Stop using single-use plastic water bottles. In
nearly all cases, the water out of your tap is just as safe – if not
safer – than the water distributed in single-use plastic bottles.Instead, buy and use a reusable bottle and fill it with water.
- Whenever possible, buy food in bulk. Buying food in bulk helps to reduce the total amount of packaging materials consumed.
- Buy your music electronically. By purchasing your
music electronically, you avoid the need to create plastic compact
discs, plastic jewel cases, and cellophane wrapping. - Stop using plastic grocery bags. Each year over
one trillion plastic bags are used worldwide. Because these bags are so
light and thin, they are easily carried by the wind out into the
environment. Instead, use reusable bags to get your groceries and other
purchases home. - Say “NO” to pre-packaged single serving portions. These types of products are among the worst when it comes to excess packaging.
- Reusable containers are rad! When it comes to lunch
and leftovers, ditch the plastic bag and use reusable containers
instead. Reusable containers are just as easy to use and far less
harmful to the planet - Buy a reusable travel mug. Use a reusable travel
mug or to-go cup for your coffee, tea and other beverage purchases.Think of all the lids (as well as the waxed paper cups) you’ll save.
- Always look for alternative packaging. Many items
such as soft drinks, detergent, cat litter, etc. come in alternate
packaging (such as aluminum or cardboard) that can be more easily
recycled than plastic. - Buy and sell secondhand. Clothing, toys, baby
gear, furniture, household supplies, sporting goods and many other
consumer items can often be found through secondhand sources, thereby
reducing the amount of new plastic entering the waste stream. - Recycle! In those instances where you must use plastic, please make sure to recycle it. Most plastics can be upcycled to make cool and useful items, including Rusty ECO-stretch boardshorts!
