This Zero Waste Life — recycle

(GUEST BLOG) Breaking up with Plastics -My Zero Waste Love Affair

Posted by Amy Fast on

Sometimes love happens fast and sometimes it takes time. What I’ve realized along my personal zero waste journey is that I fall into the second group. My experience is that, even though I’m already a recycler, composter, and re-user, it still bothers me to see the waste our two person household generates on a monthly basis.   A perfect zero waste life sounds daunting to me and so far from where I am now. Plus, doing things the way we’ve always done them is a lot easier. Old habits are hard to change and the convenience of single use items is...

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Why Go Zero Waste?

Posted by Jennifer Mooney on

“Canadians know first-hand the impacts of plastic pollution, and are tired of seeing their beaches, parks, streets, and shorelines littered with plastic waste. We have a responsibility to work with our partners to reduce plastic pollution, protect the environment, and create jobs and grow our economy. We owe it to our kids to keep the environment clean and safe for generations to come.” The Rt. Hon. Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister of Canada

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