We’ve all heard about the 3 R’s but what are ways that we can Reduce and Reuse in every day situations. 

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Reduce 

• Choose products with fewer layers of packaging

• Choose items in smaller packages like concentrated juice, soup or soap.

• Buy only the food you’ll eat; shop in your own refrigerator first

• Keep your old stuff so you need less new stuff.

• Take good care of your stuff so it lasts.

• Replace parts, not products (Is it a faster computer you need, or a faster processor?)

• Enjoy magazines, newspapers and books at the library or online.

Sometimes as much as half the cost of an item pays for packaging.

Reuse 

• Take unwanted items to a charity or resale shop

• Bring your own reusable bag, mug and water bottle

• Reuse containers for leftovers

• Eat leftovers. Or freeze them to eat later

• Make double-sided copies and printouts

• Reuse packing peanuts and bubble wrap

• Take notes on scrap paper

• Refill ink and toner cartridges

• Have a rummage sale

• Wear hand-me-downs

• Use cloth napkins