Waste Reduction and Reuse Waste Reduction and Reuse Videoconference April 10, 2002
Why Try to Reduce Waste? n “It’s the right thing to do.” n Saves Money n Saves Natural Resources n Reduces Disposal Costs (PAYT) n Can Save Time n It’s Fun!
Top 10 Waste Reduction Activities 10. Create Recycled Arts and Crafts 9. Donate Unwanted Goods 8. Repair Items 7. Reduce Unwanted Mail 6. Shop Carefully
Top 10 Waste Reduction Activities 5. Compost and Grasscycle 4. Start a Pay-as-You-Throw Program 3. Join the Waste Prevention Forum 2. Visit the DEP Waste Reduction Web Page 1. Stop Wearing Neckties
National Waste Prevention Coalition n “Junk Mail” Reduction n Reuse n Packaging Reduction n News n Many Links to Other Sites n Waste Prevention Forum n
For More Information n directLINK “Waste Reduction” n