“We have the choice to use the gift of our life to make the world a better place–or not to bother” Jane Goodall
Our actions and daily choices speak to the world we want to create. This holiday, we can choose to make friendly choices for our planet. Instead of buying new decorations use what you have and follow these simple steps to make your decorations, gifts, and gatherings more sustainable: Seven tips for an earth-friendly holiday season (worldwildlife.org)
Look at the materials gifts are made from and keep sustainability in mind. Use paper products made from recycled materials and avoid single-use plastics that can’t be recycled. Buying secondhand items like vintage clothes, furniture, and refurbished technology is another great way to gift more sustainably.
Look for cards and wrapping paper made from recycled materials. Avoid foil-backed cards or those with **glitter—which aren’t recyclable.
Glitter is a microplastic!
** Reasons to avoid glitter:
A few facts about glitter will surprise you!
- Glitter is made of a microplastic known as Mylar, which is hurting ocean life
- This plastic accounts for 92.4% of the 5.25 trillion pieces of plastic in the ocean
- Marine life is mistaking glitter for food, which is damaging their livers
- Every tiny sparkly bit takes thousands of years to break down
Seven tips for an earth-friendly holiday season (worldwildlife.org)
5 Changes to Make Your Holiday Celebrations More Sustainable (thespruce.com)
3 Major UK Retailers Are Banning Glitter This Christmas Over Environmental Concerns – EcoWatch
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