Plastic Green Tips | Green Action Team

Reducing single-use plastic involves switching to reusables, refusing unnecessary plastic, and choosing sustainable packaging. Key actions include carrying a reusable water bottle, coffee cup, and shopping bags, skipping plastic straws and cutlery, and buying in bulk to avoid excessive packaging. 

Essential Reusable Replacements

• Bottles & Cups: Carry a durable, reusable water bottle and coffee thermos to avoid plastic bottles and disposable cups.
• Shopping Bags: Use cloth or durable reusable bags for all shopping trips.
• Food Storage: Replace plastic cling wrap with beeswax wraps and plastic bags with silicone pouches or glass containers.
• Produce Bags: Opt for reusable mesh bags for produce or go bag-less. 

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Daily Habits and Refusal

• Refuse Straws/Cutlery: Ask for no plastic straws or utensils when ordering take-out.
• Choose Alternatives: Opt for bar soap, shampoo bars, and laundry tablets instead of liquid products in plastic bottles.
• Avoid Individually Wrapped Items: Purchase items in bulk to reduce excess packaging

...And remember that plastic that cannot be recycled in your trash can be taken to CRDC for a small fee of $2.00 per large bag.  CRDC is located at 390 Eberts Lane in York.