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Brown text Action of the week, Over Table of various American food Brown text reduce holiday food waste at bottom

Action of the Week: Reduce Holiday Food Waste

Dec 1, 2022

Here are some tips and tricks to help you reduce food waste in your homes this holiday season.

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Action of the Week: Recyle Your Candle Jars

Nov 17, 2022

Here are some tips on how to remove the wax from your candles and some ideas for reusing and recycling the jars!

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Action of the Week: Properly Store Your Produce

Nov 2, 2022

Learn how to store produce so that it lasts longer and retains its maximum nutritional benefits.

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Action of the Week: Furoshiki Fabric Wrapping

Nov 1, 2022

Furoshiki wrapping is a traditional Japanese method of wrapping gifts and other goods using a square piece of fabric or cloth.

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Action of the Week: Sustainably Decorate for the Fall

Oct 13, 2022

Seasonal decorations are often made of synthetic and plastic materials that are harmful to the planet.

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Action of the Week: Design a Sustainable Halloween Costume

Oct 4, 2022

Most costumes are single-use and contain harmful materials that increase Halloween’s carbon footprint. Learn how to create a sustainable Halloween costume.

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Action of the Week: Help Protect Drinking Water

Sep 16, 2022

We each play a part in protecting the water we rely on.

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Action of the Week: Just Say No to Single-Use Plastics

Sep 9, 2022

Our world is flooded with plastic – and much of it is single-use. Learn how you can say no to unwanted plastics and use eco-friendly alternatives.

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Action of the Week: Eco-Friendly Online Shopping

Sep 6, 2022

With the popularity of online shopping on the rise, there are steps that can be taken to ensure your shopping experience is as eco-friendly as it can be.  

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Action of the Week: Zero/Low-Waste Beauty Routine

Aug 19, 2022

Creating a zero-waste routine allows for reducing waste and chemicals that are harmful to the environment.  

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