10 Tips for Staying Waste-Free at Work

Tips from Mary Mazzoni 08/13/12 0

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Tip: Keep a disposable-free survival kit in your desk to banish single-use products from your workday. Photo: Shutterstock

6. Be ready with resuables

From impromptu lunch outings and office birthday parties to lunch-break errands and shopping trips, there are loads of opportunities to get stuck with single-use products during your workday.

Reduce the disposable plates, cups, silverware and shopping bags you contribute to our waste stream by being prepared with reusable alternatives ahead of time.

Keep a disposable-free survival kit, including reusable coffee mugs, water bottles, dishware and shopping bags, at your desk to help you reduce waste before it starts.

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Mary Mazzoni Assistant Editor

Based in the Phoenix metro area, Mary is a lifelong vegetarian and enjoys outdoor activities like hiking, biking and relaxing in the park. When she’s not outside, she’s probably watching baseball.