Reducing
Ten years ago the "average American" disposed of approximately 1,300 lbs. of household trash per year. That figure is now 1,700 lbs. per year. This is despite the fact that glass (which is heavy) is now a smaller part of the waste stream.The Postal Service, through automation and active marketing of bulk mail services, is reducing costs to Direct Marketers. As a result, we are all getting more junk mail. Go to reduce junk mail to find out how you can reduce your pile.
Now you can clean out your mailbox and reduce the poundage you lug to the recycling center. "Catalog Choice is a free service that lets you decline paper catalogs you no longer wish to receive. Reduce the amount of unsolicited mail...while helping to preserve the environment."
Computers have also increased paper use, because it is easier to print pages. Use computers as efficiently as possible. Use both sides of paper, use discarded paper for scrap notes, etc, and recycle your paper.
Even if you don't own a pig, you can still reuse food waste at home. Organic materials such as paper, food waste and yard debris make up 75% of all household trash. Learn how to compost. Compost bins are available for purchase at LRSWMD year round. Call (802) 888-7317 or email for more information.