From decking the halls to hosting festive get-togethers, we tend to create a lot more trash than normal during the holiday season. With wrapping paper, present packaging, and decorating, there are a lot of little ways to be more eco-friendly this time of year. So if you’re looking to go green this holiday, try these sustainable tips to cut down on waste.
- Use real dishes and silverware- Sure, washing it all is a pain, but it’s a lot less wasteful than tossing single-use items.
- Wrap presents with fabric and string- Swap your roll of gift wrap for reusable fabric tied nicely with a ribbon or string.
- Give plants as presents- They require little to no gift-wrapping and even help purify the air.
- Use cloth napkins- Like the dishware, these can be washed over and over again instead of ending up in a landfill like paper napkins.
- Give food as gifts- Everyone loves a tin of homemade cookies or a jar of homemade jam.
- Use decorations you already have- Instead of worrying about trends and buying new holiday decorations, use what you have and set them up in a new way so it feels fresh.
- Make salt dough ornaments- Get the kids involved in thisfamily craftthat you can give as gifts or use on your own Christmas tree. You can even add essential oil to make your house smell good.
- Give experiences as gifts- Tickets to concerts, museums, or some other event make a great present that’s easy to ship and wrap.
Source:PopSugar