Reduce

Reduction is the BEST waste management option, because it means there is less waste to manage. Here are some simple ways of reducing the amount of waste you produce. 

• Buy in bulk to reduce packaging 
• Take a shopping bag with you so you don't have to use a plastic bag from the shop. 
• Buy products that use minimal packaging. 
• Think before you shop. Can any of the disposable items you buy be replaced with reusable products. Look at these alternatives for some common shopping items. 

	Instead of			Replace
	´	Plastic wrap		√	Reusable containers with lids
	´	Paper napkins		√	Washable cloth napkins
	´	Disposable nappies		√	Cloth nappies
	´	Disposable batteries		√	Rechargeable batteries
	´	Tea bags		√	Loose tea leafs

• Stick a "no junk mail" sign on your letter box. 
• Take lunch to work or school in a reusable containers.