Tip 11: Educate others on source reduction and recycling practices
hare
information about source reduction, recycling, and composting with others.
Spread the word to family, friends, neighbors, local businesses, and decision-makers.
Encourage them to learn more about solid waste issues and to work toward
implementing and promoting source reduction, recycling, and composting.
We all have the power to influence others and help create the type of world
in which we want to live.
Consider
writing to companies to encourage them to reduce unnecessary packaging
and the use of hazardous components in products. In addition, let companies
know when they've made positive changes. Many companies offer toll-free
800 numbers you can call with these comments. (see Reducing Unwanted
Advertising Mail)
Encourage
source reduction, recycling, and composting programs for yard trimmings
in the community.
Where
appropriate, encourage the use of reusable, recycled, and recyclable materials
in the workplace.
Encourage
the use of efficient, long-lasting equipment.
Urge
schools to provide environmental education and to teach about source reduction,
recycling, and composting.
Support
an environmentally sound waste program in your community that starts with
source reduction. Your community also needs access to adequate and safe
solid waste facilities such as recycling and composting centers, combustors,
and landfills.
