Tips to Reduce Your Waste over Christmas
- Make a list when going shopping, so you only buy what you need.
- Buy rechargeable batteries.
- Keep it simple – buy vouchers/charity gifts to avoid unwanted gifts.
- Avoid using paper plates, cups and serviettes.
- Buy a Christmas Tree in a pot and plant it out later.
- Send an e-card. If you must buy cards ensure they are made of recycled paper.
- Use a gift bag instead of wrapping – it can be used over and over again.
- When buying electrical goods bring back the old ones to the retailer.
- Give unwanted gifts to your local school, charity shop, play centre, etc.
- Compost the fruit and vegetable peelings from the dinner preparation.
- Bring re-usable bags when shopping – they’re not just for groceries.
- Don’t buy too much food – shops won’t be closed for long.
- Resist temptations at the sales – buy only what you will use.
- Make gift tags out of your Christmas Cards after the festive season.
