So much of what we purchase includes packaging which is immediately thrown out. When making purchases, choose items with less packaging. Single serving containers - such as yogurt cups, snack bags, frozen food trays, beverage cans and bottles, restaurant carry-out clamshells and other food wrappers, and especially water - make up a large percentage of most homes’ trash and recycling. You can reduce your trash and recycling volume significantly by choosing to avoid those single-use purchases.
Large packages typically have a lower ratio of packaging to contents. For example, consider buying 32-oz yogurt containers instead of 6-oz cups. Purchase large bags of trail mix or pretzels and separate them into reusable containers as you need them. Choose 2-liter bottles instead of single-serving beverage containers, especially for parties. You’ll save money as well.
Buying in bulk allows you to avoid packaging altogether. Bring your own bags or containers to stores that offer bulk food items.
Large packages typically have a lower ratio of packaging to contents. For example, consider buying 32-oz yogurt containers instead of 6-oz cups. Purchase large bags of trail mix or pretzels and separate them into reusable containers as you need them. Choose 2-liter bottles instead of single-serving beverage containers, especially for parties. You’ll save money as well.
Buying in bulk allows you to avoid packaging altogether. Bring your own bags or containers to stores that offer bulk food items.
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