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