Eliminating plastics and other waste sources from our products is an easy request from consumers. The more we let companies know that they need to follow the waste hierarchy the more likely we’ll make progress. Don’t be silent. Go where the source is. If you see something, say something, and this is a pretty easyContinue reading “Contacting Manufacturers on Zero Waste”
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The 7-Step Zero Waste Hierarchy
Based on research and recommendations, we follow the 7-element hierarch published by the Zero Waste International Alliance.
Beyond Just Drinking Water: Let’s Stop Buying Water in Plastic Bottles
Are you trying to reduce the amount of plastic you use? Are you frustrated by all the plastic bottles around your house? It’s not just about drinking water, which is an obvious opportunity, but we buy lots of products, mostly cleaning and personal products, that are just chemicals diluted with water. Eliminate the water, shiftContinue reading “Beyond Just Drinking Water: Let’s Stop Buying Water in Plastic Bottles”
It’s Summer! How to Throw a Zero Waste Party or Event
Co-Bloggers Wanted
Would you like to write posts about Zero Waste, what it means to you here in Delco, or how we can engage other county residents in a constructive discussion on waste reduction and waste management? Contact us! We’d love to talk!
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