May 6 - May 19, 2019

Waste

Curb your impact by taking on a challenge to reduce your waste!

Practice the "5 RS" - Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Repurpose, and Recycle - during the EcoChallenge and beyond with the suggested actions below.

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COMPOST YARD WASTE

I will subscribe to yard debris collection so I can compost my yard debris.
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ACTION RESOURCES:

Waste Management - Green Household Tips
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DONATE UNNEEDED ITEMS

I will donate unneeded clothing, books, and household items rather than throwing them away.

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SHOP USED FIRST

I will shop used first when purchasing clothing or supplies.

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MEET YOUR DRIVER

I will introduce myself to my Waste Management driver.

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Avoid Disposables

I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.

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Set up Recycling

I will set up a recycling center at my workplace or school.
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ACTION RESOURCES:

Waste Management - Why recycle?
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Use a Reusable Water Bottle

I will keep (___) disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

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Recycle Materials

I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.

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Use Reusable Bags

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

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USE REUSABLE CONTAINERS

I will only use reusable containers for my lunches at work or school, and for any leftovers when eating out.

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Greater Wenatchee Regional Landfill's Wildlife Habitat Council Award

I will learn about all of the great sustainability practices and awards at the Greater Wenatchee Regional Landfill from the local WM websites.
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ACTION RESOURCES:

WM Northwest Website

WM Northwest Website
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USE A REUSABLE MUG

I will avoid sending (___) disposable cup(s) to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.
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ACTION RESOURCES:

6 Reasons to use a Reusable Coffee Cup
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Go Paperless

I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by opting into paperless billing and ending unwanted subscriptions.
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ACTION RESOURCES:

Stopping Unsolicited Mail
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