Copies of session notes may be placed at the front of the room, where people can choose to take them, rather than near the door. Water and juice are served in pitchers. Soft drinks are served in returnable bottles. Straws are not provided. Cream and milk are provided in jugs.
Sugar is provided in bulk dispensers with lids, or loose or cubed in bowls.
Teaspoons are provided for stirring beverages. Condiments, spreads and jams are served in bowls or jugs rather than in individually wrapped servings. Food leftovers are donated to a food bank or local charitable organization. Organic food scraps are composted.