Reusables

Why It Matters

Each year, Americans throw away 25 billion Styrofoam cups, which don’t breakdown in the landfill – they’ll still be there in 500 years!

Ditch the disposable beverage containers. Ditch the disposable water bottle in favor of one you can refill, and switch to reusable coffee cups ñ you can often get a discount at your favorite coffee shop.
Don’t forget your lunchbox. Try reusable silverware and tupperware instead of disposables.
Snack right. Reusable snack bags and sandwich bags are gaining in popularity ñ switch over!
Shop smart. You guessed it: forget about plastic shopping bags and bring your own reusables – at the grocery store but also at other stores.
Dish towels. Use cloth dish towels instead of paper towels; that way you can simply wash and reuse!

Check out some creative options for reusable coffee mugs.

Read EPA’s advice on packing a waste-free lunch.