This is an old post, modified a bit to add new thoughts, because I like its message. Think about the circumstances around you when you consider the sustainability choices you make. Changing circumstances may affect which is the more sustainable choice. If you are lucky enough to live where there are four distinct seasons (can you tell I like changes in weather?) or even two distinct seasons, the way you do everyday tasks can change with the season. I’m sure you can think of lots of ideas, but here are some thoughts:
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Although many cities are either banning plastic grocery bags or restricting their use, there are still many plastic bags and plastic film items in our lives. Many of these can be recycled. Companies such as Trex turn them into other products, making the recyclable bags useful. However, if the bags and plastic film are not recycled correctly, an entire batch of used bags can be contaminated and must be thrown away. Don't put them in the regular mixed stream recycling bins with everything else. The attached article does a great job of explaining which plastic bag and film items can be recycled and how to do it. Of course, it’s always better to avoid using these items, but our world is still built around them, so recycling is the next best thing.
https://earth911.com/how-to-recycle/plastic-bag-and-plastic-film-recycling-for-beginners This is a good article with ideas for individual actions to reduce climate change. Many you have heard before, but they are gathered together in an article that also contains many links to additional information. Some of these ideas are suited for homeowners, others are doable if you’re renting, and others are general guidance for any stage of life. Take a look and see what would work for you.
https://www.npr.org/2023/10/08/1202152408/climate-change-action |
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