Shop at second-hand stores
Not only is shopping at thrift stores wallet-friendly, it is environmentally friendly too! Buying second-hand reduces landfill waste and eliminates resources from manufacturing the product.
Use energy-efficient lighting
According to the U.S. Department of Energy, energy-efficient light bulbs such as LEDs last 3-25 times longer and use roughly 25 percent to 80 percent less energy compared to standard incandescents.
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Bring your own coffee cup to coffee shops
You can help reduce waste by bringing a reusable mug on your daily coffee run. Many coffee shops, such as Starbucks and Peet’s Coffee, even offer discounts for bringing your own mug.