Waste Reduction
Parties can fill trash and recycling carts with extra
materials. Here are some simple ideas to help reduce your carbon
footprint at your next party:
- Skip the drink boxes or pouches. Use a pitcher and reusable
cups.
- Have a hands-on party! Serve foods that don't require
utensils
- Recycle cans, plastic bottles, cups, and cardboard snack/cookie
boxes.
- Consider gifts that are durable without a lot of packaging or
gifts that create experiences and memories, such as:
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- Museum, WaterPark, or Zoo season passes
- Restaurant gift cards
- Homemade jams, jellies, breads, or cookies in a reusable
tin
- Home delivery of local produce
- Homemade coupon (for dinner, carwash, babysitting)
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