Waste Reduction Week: Swap this for that to make zero waste!
The average Calgarian throws 50 bags into our garbage annually. That means Calgarians send 55 million bags of garbage to the landfill every year! Oct 17-23 is waste reduction week. in Canada to build awareness around sustainable and responsible consumption. To celebrate, we have 14 ways you can swap this for that to make zero waste! 1. Consuming for Reducing: Before buying anything new ask yourself, could I borrow, or rent this item instead? 2. The Store for Second Hand: If you must buy, see if you can find something second hand from Kijiji, Craigslist, Value Village or charity run consignment stores like Goodwill. 3. Disposable for Reusable: With all kinds of great, dishwasher safe, affordable re-usable options now available, there's no need for disposable anything. Think about those common throw away items you could replace with reusable versions. Travel mugs, shopping bags, jars for bulk and bags for fruits and veggies at the gro...