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Waste-Free Holidays
With holiday spirit abound our consumption habits tend to increase. In the spirit of giving we present to you our suggestions to reduce your plastic footprint this holiday season.
With holiday spirit abound our consumption habits tend to increase. In the spirit of giving we present to you our suggestions to reduce your plastic footprint this holiday season.
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No matter your interior décor, holiday decorations can add a festive touch to your home. If you need to buy new decorations, buy reusable ones that last for years and keep unnecessary waste out of the landfill.
Christmas celebrations generate a lot of trash. In their quest to reduce waste, some Canadian families are cutting back on more than just wrapping paper and disposable dishware — they're also cutting back on presents.
Those that do it say that's key to reducing waste. They acknowledge it's a challenge in a culture where Christmas is often about lavish buying and spending and can lead to conflicts with extended family. But they say it also comes with rewards — including a more fun, less stressful and more meaningful holiday.
Household waste can increase more than 25% over the holidays. The majority of nearly half-a-million tonnes of holiday waste that goes to Canadian landfills each year is made up of discarded gift-wrapping and shopping bags.
In Peterborough, and many other municipalities, plastic and foil wrapping paper, bubble wrap, ribbons, and gift bows, go into the garbage over the holidays and are trucked off to our landfill.
Wrapping paper can be a huge part of holiday waste. Here are some alternatives to wrapping paper that will still keep gifts looking colourful and festive!
Resource created by: Recycling Council of BC
Have trouble finding the perfect present for that special someone? This Holiday Gift Giving Guide created by Recycling Council of BC can help you find a gift for everyone on your holiday shopping list!
Still mulling over whether to go real or artificial for this year’s Christmas tree? RCBC’s put together some facts to help you make the most eco-friendly choice.