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Cigarette Butts can be recycled

Cigarette Butts can be recycled

Posted on March 8, 2022March 8, 2022Author TaylorPosted in RecyclingLeave a Reply

Quotes and Data Cigarette butts make up the largest portion of micro litter in Texas. One of the more common items I pick up with my family on our neighborhood walks are cigarette butts. They’re also the second hardest to grab since they’re so small. Small random bits of plastic are the hardest. When researching…

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HEB Recycles Plastic Bags & Film

HEB Recycles Plastic Bags & Film

Posted on March 7, 2022March 8, 2022Author TaylorPosted in Plastics, RecyclingLeave a Reply

HEB, a local grocery store chain, in Texas recycles lots of plastic bags and film. 1) They must be clean and dry. 2) No receipts, labels, stickers. Cut or pull those off. The bin is narrow and fills up fast, just a heads up. Plastic bags, mailers and film can also be recycled at Central…

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Refuse

Refuse

Posted on March 4, 2022March 4, 2022Author TaylorPosted in Crafts/Office/School/Meetings, PlasticsLeave a Reply

Refuse. Refuse those free pens. Refuse is one of the less common Rs you’ll see mentioned. Just say no to those freebies you don’t need. You can politely refuse or stay away from free items on tables, at offices, parties, work, events, conferences, etc. Most of these items aren’t made to last long and are…

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Ethique Handwash Concentrate

Ethique Handwash Concentrate

Posted on March 1, 2022March 1, 2022Author TaylorPosted in Product Ideas & ReviewsLeave a Reply

Ethique is a company that makes plastic-free products with plastic-free shipping that is climate positive. As you may be aware, only 9% of the plastic ever created has been recycled. According to Ethique, bottled products like hand soap are typically made of 70-95% water. So in general it seems we are shipping single-use plastic that…

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Mardi Gras

Mardi Gras

Posted on March 1, 2022March 1, 2022Author TaylorPosted in Children, Crafts/Office/School/Meetings, PlasticsLeave a Reply

Happy Mardi Gras! I grew up in Louisiana so we celebrate Mardi Gras. According to Wikipedia, “Mardi Gras is French for “Fat Tuesday”, reflecting the practice of the last night of eating rich, fatty foods before the ritual Lenten sacrifices and fasting of the Lenten season.” There are a lot of parades, food and trinkets…

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International Polar Bear Day

International Polar Bear Day

Posted on February 27, 2022February 27, 2022Author TaylorPosted in About, Plastics, Product Ideas & ReviewsLeave a Reply

It’s International Polar Bear Day! A few facts and an awareness helper are below. A fun cartoon about polar bears to share with kids is Octonauts’ Great Artic Adventure on Netflix, Season 3, the Earth Day Special. My four year old son loves to learn about the animals in the Octonauts books and tv series.…

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Flower Vases (Reuse)

Flower Vases (Reuse)

Posted on February 26, 2022February 26, 2022Author TaylorPosted in Composting, ReusableLeave a Reply

Once your flowers fade, what do you do with your vase? There are other options besides thrift stores and secondhand stores which receive tons of flower vases. Local options include churches that break up their weekly service flowers to deliver to homebound members, your local Buy Nothing group or Nextdoor. Try to reuse your vases…

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Family Walk & Cleanup 02.19.22

Family Walk & Cleanup 02.19.22

Posted on February 26, 2022February 26, 2022Author TaylorPosted in Children, Metals, RecyclingLeave a Reply

Our family goes for walks on the weekends around my neighborhood. Since I received my 4ocean Cleanup Kit with trash tongs for my birthday, it’s really motivated my four year old son and husband to pick up trash as we walk. I share some of our finds on my Instagram and Facebook pages and I’ll…

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Condiment Packet Food Drive

Condiment Packet Food Drive

Posted on February 16, 2022February 16, 2022Author TaylorPosted in Food, Zero WasteLeave a Reply

Keep Austin Fed is hosting a Condiment Packet Drive all February. Be on the look out for KAF marked buckets at the participating locations! This is a great way to keep these items out of the landfill. Remember to check each of their business hours before dropping off your extra condiment packets. #shoplocal #keepaustinfed #helpingothers…

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Valentine’s Day Reminders

Valentine’s Day Reminders

Posted on February 14, 2022February 16, 2022Author TaylorPosted in Children, Composting, Crafts/Office/School/Meetings, Food, RecyclingLeave a Reply

Happy Valentine’s Day! I hope you have a lovely day. Here are a few reminders for you as you go about your day. #valentines #flowers #compost #candy #valentinescandy #recycle #valentinescard #batteries #singingcard

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