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| November 4, 2009 |
Volume 1, Issue 8 |
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| ECO-Tips: Packing Environmentally-Friendly Lunches |
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ECO-Algonquin is proud to present its monthly "Eco-Tips," available exclusively to e-News subscribers! With the school year well underway, here are some tips to save money and reduce waste when packing lunches for the school or work day:
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Avoid products that are packaged for single use (i.e. drinks, packaged lunches, candy, and yogurt). Instead, buy in bulk and transfer the products to your own reusable containers. Seek out food stores that have bulk bins where they sell everything from grains to cereal to cleaning products. You'll save money and create less waste.
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Create a garbage shortage! The best way to reduce garbage is to not create it. Pack a waste-free lunch whenever possible. This means that you have no packaging to throw away when you're done. Pack it in a reusable carrier using reusable containers inside, a thermos for drinks, and silverware to wash and re-use. Bring home banana peels or apple cores to be composted.
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Avoid creating trash wherever possible. When ordering food, ask in advance to not receive any unnecessary plastic utensils, straws, etc. Buy an ice cream cone instead of a cup. Buy products with the least amount of packaging. See how creative you can be to not create trash. Every little bit avoided does make a difference!
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