1. 1.03B Reduce, Reuse, Recycle1 1.03 B UNDERSTAND REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE The best place to practice conserving resources is at home. Individuals can REDUCE, REUSE, AND RECYCLE waste and resources by practicing the following :

2. 1.03B Reduce, Reuse, Recycle2 REDUCE: To cut the amount of WASTE used SOLID WASTE (consuming and conserving): Packaging: Choose products with minimal packaging to reduce Paper Products: Reduce the amount of paper products used Other: Identify products and practices to reduce waste toxicity.

3. 1.03B Reduce, Reuse, Recycle3 REDUCE: To cut the amount of ENERGY used Lighting Surface Units Refrigerators / Freezers Ovens

4. 1.03B Reduce, Reuse, Recycle4 REDUCE: To cut the amount of WATER used Faucets Dishwashing Cooking Methods

5. 1.03B Reduce, Reuse, Recycle5 REUSE: Products that you can use again Solutions Consider reusable products Maintain and repair durable products Reuse bags, containers, and other items Borrow, rent, or share items used infrequently Sell or donate goods instead of throwing them out. Be creative with leftovers and create new dishes.

6. 1.03B Reduce, Reuse, Recycle6 RECYCLE: Products that can be reprocessed to make something new Solutions: Choose recyclable products Select products made from recycled materials Compost yard clippings and some food scraps. Find creative ways to recycle “diosposal packages and products.