Average Americans throw their weight out in packaging every thirty to forty days, and one out of every ten dollars spent at the market pays for packaging. The waste created when we discard the unused portion of products or their packaging is one thing to consider. Also important, however, are the raw materials, toxic pollution, and waste involved in making and advertising products, as well as the fossil feuls used to ship them to market. Green consumers use less The less you buy, the less trash and pollution you create, and the fewer resources you destroy. Borrow books and magazines from the library.
Toys are also available at some libraries.
Share infrequently used items, such as carpet cleaners, camping equipment and certain tools. Repair broken items instead of replacing them with new items. Look for reduced packaging on the things you buy, and encourage retailers to stock products that are not heavily packaged. Use solar powered calculators, radios, watches and other items to avoid having to buy batteries. Shop at vintage clothing stores and estate and garage sales to buy used clothing, toys, housewares and appliances.