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AUTO BATTERIES
-- Use mass transit.
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CARDBOARD BOXES
-- Use durable bags
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GIFTS
-- Give gifts that create no waste, make the gift and wrap presents in old maps, comics, etc..
GLASS
-- Buy large sizes.
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HOUSEHOLD BATTERIES
-- Use rechargeable batteries, AC adapters and solar power.
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JUNK MAIL
- Click here to learn about Junk Mail and how to reduce it.
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KITCHEN REMAINS
-- Plan meals carefully.
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LUNCH BAGS
-- Use reusable containers.
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MAGAZINES AND CATALOGS
-- Read at library. -- Share books, magazines, etc. with others (friends, community centers, day-care centers, retirement homes).
MAJOR APPLIANCES
-- Repair when possible.
MOTOR OIL
-- Use mass transit when possible.
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NEWSPAPERS
-- Consider reading at library
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PLASTIC BOTTLES
-- Buy in bulk or concentrates.
PLASTIC SHOPPING BAGS
-- Take your own reusable bag. -- For small items, tell clerk you don't need a bag. -- Don't use unnecessary bags for fruit items, etc.
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SOURCE REDUCTION
-- Saves money, natural resources, landfill life, decreases toxic waste and materials in streams and air pollution.
STEEL CANS
-- Buy in bulk. -- Buy fresh produce instead of canned.
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TEXTILES
-- Mend clothing when possible.
TIRES
-- Use mass transit. -- Practice tire maintenance.
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WHITE PAPER
-- Double sided copies, electronic messages and greeting cards, remove name from mailing list and print preview before printing.
WOOD FURNITURE
-- Repair and refinish old furniture.
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YARD DEBRIS
-- Avoid excessive lawn fertilizing and watering. -- Use slow growing species.
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