In the spirit of RAPTOBERFEST, where we're celebrating our Rise Above Plastics program throughout the month of October, here are 5 easy ways to reduce your plastic footprint:
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
