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MCC Daily Tribune

Green Tip - Reusable Containers

Sure popping that sandwich into a resealable zipper storage plastic bag is super easy, but are you throwing one of those bags into the trash everyday? According to the EPA, together food and packaging/containers account for almost 45 percent of the materials landfilled in the United States.

Consider using a more sustainable option - dishwasher safe sandwich boxes, Japanese Bento boxes or one of the several stainless steel lunch boxes that are plastic free, ocean friendly and nontoxic. There is even an eco-friendly snack and sandwich bag alternative made from cotton with a food safe/medical grade waterproof liner available. Even just switching to one of the plastic containers you have at home that you will reuse daily is a good step in supporting sustainability. When that container needs replacing, be sure to recycle it appropriately and consider purchasing a more sustainable replacement.

Ann Penwarden
Sustainability Steering Committee’s Recycling Committee
03/20/2019