Holiday Waste

George King
Friday 6 December 2013
Graphic showing holiday waste from the USA - in the UK we are only slightly better at reducing holiday waste
Graphic showing holiday waste from the USA – in the UK we are only slightly better at reducing holiday waste

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  • simply supermom
    simply supermom
    Saturday 7 December 2013, 8.06am

    Reblogged this on Simply Supermom and commented: I don't know about you but I always find the holidays to be a mixed bag. On one hand I love the time of year, the thought people put into their relationships, the happiness and excitement a child has leading up to and on Christmas morning. On the other hand there is so much consumption and waste. I am convinced that the social convention to spend at the holiday's is a big factor in the amount of sadness and stress that also goes along with the season. I hadn't really thought about the consumer waste in terms of actual trash but when I came across this post I also saw a way to reduce the cost waste. Ideas like reusable bags cut down on the 'wasted use of space' in your home by storing these bags - and bonus some retailers give you a discount for each reusable bag you use. Cut back on gasoline use AND wasted time by planning your shopping and other holiday related travel wisely ... bonus points for reducing holiday stress and cost by online shopping. Buying things to just throw away really bothers me - think paper towels - unfortunately its so convenient. To reduce waste over the years - and likely confusion if my daughter ever has siblings - I plan to make 'santa sacks'. These are canvas bags with the child's name, initial, or other identifier to leave out for Santa to fill. If you child is older what a great craft project for the holidays, he or she can decorate his/her own. Thanks for the great tips Environmental News! I love anything that will cut cost, save space in my home, and reduce the waste produced by my family! How are you addressing the excess of the holidays?

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