How to Make your household ZeroWaste!

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     Making your household Zero Waste is not easy, neither is it popular. This guide will help you understand what a Zero Waste household looks like and what you can do to go Zero Waste!

What does it mean to go Zero Waste?

Going Zero Waste means that instead of throwing off your waste, you use the compost bin and recycling bin. No trash/waste any more!

What does a Zero Waste household look like?

A Zero Waste house hold looks like a home with barely any trash in their trash bin, but lot's of compost and recycling instead. 

How can I go Zero Waste?

1. When you go to stores, pay attention to the packing. Can you get a recyclable packing?

2. Instead of throwing extra food or fruit peels off, put them in a compost bin or use them with your plants. 

3. Sort out your recycling and drop it at your local recycling center regularly!

4. Don't forget to avoid getting as much trash as possible. 

5. Encourage your neighbors to join you on your Zero Waste Mission!

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