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Paper
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Magazines
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Newspaper
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Cardboard
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Empty cups
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Paper Envelopes
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Paper/plastic folders
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Plastic bottles
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Plastic boxes/pots/ tubes/trays
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Glass bottles/jars
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Aluminium cans
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Tissues/napkins
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Padded envelopes
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Post it notes
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Bubble wrap
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Sellotape
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Pens/Markers
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Soiled food containers
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Waxed food boxes
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Polyester
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Clingfilm
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Tin foil
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Compostable boxes
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Food
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Crisps/sweets packets
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Clinical waste
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Hazardous waste
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Switch to a renewable energy providerLook into the possibility of switching to a renewable energy provider. Snap a picture of your switching confirmation or the lack of providers for your area.
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Save waterYou can save water at home on the following activities: Brushing teeth Showers Doing dishes Laundry etc If you`re up for pictures, that`s great. Otherwise we`ll take your word on this one! Just tell us what you do.
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Use chemical free laundry detergentYou can try using Soap Nuts or chemical free powder for your laundry. Great for your skyn and for the oceans! Snap a picture of your replacement. Not sure what Soap Nuts are? Watch this:
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Reduce your waste volumeYou can do this by shopping without packaging, repurposing and donating. Snap a picture.
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CompostShow us that you compost your food scraps. There are a few scenarios that can take place here: Your concil does collects the food You have your own compost in your garden/allotment You are using a shared compost facility (neighbours or community gardens) You have a wormery You have tried everything but can`t find anywhere to take your compost to :(
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Prevent food wasteShow us that you are mindful about food waste and are taking steps to make sure that this kept to a minimum. You can do this by making shopping lists in order to avoid impulse buying. You can also use apps like OLIO for your surplus food. Take a shot of your way of preventing food waste.
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Declutter"Clutter is bad for your physical and mental health" Lynne Gilberg, professional organizer. Can you donate or sell the items you are no longer making use of? I use a very simple rule: If I haven`t used it in a year, it`s definitely going! Before and After pictures will work great here. Have fun! If you`re not sure where to start, whatch this for inspiration:
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Grow your ownDo you grow any veggies, berries or herbs? Show `em off! Pottet herbs are great for any kitchen, big or small, and will end up much cheaper too!
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Buy in BulkCan you find shops that sell bulk items? You can start off by using the Bulk locator app Buying in bulk reduces packaging waste and there`s a whole movement on this subject called: Zero Waste lifestyle. Thousands of people are aspiring to this lifestyle and it`s all about avoiding packaging. You can easily start off with Farmers Markets, Lush and Wholefoods shops +many others. Show us your finds.
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Refuse plastic straws"Can I please have a gin and tonic, no straw please!" Show us your glamorous cocktails or soda ;)
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Refuse plastic bagsMake a habit of taking a tote bag anywhere you go - you never know when you`ll be tempted to pop in a shop. Can you take a pic of your groceries in reusable bags?
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Tap waterWe are blessed with drinking water here in the UK and should be grateful for it. Show us how you avoid buying bottled water. Check out the vide below:
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Offset flightsAre you a frequent flyer? Did you consider offsetting your flights? One solution here but many other options out there.
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