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26 Ways to Go Green for the Holidays

12/12/2019 by WsiProjects Leave a Comment

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The holidays are a magical time. However, for some they are a time of excess and waste. That is why each December we share some tips on how to go green for the holidays.

This year we compiled a list of 26 ideas that can help your family and friends reflect on the true meaning of this time of year. A time to share valuable lessons on reducing, reusing, and recycling. We hope that you will join us in making a difference.

26 Ways to Go Green for the Holidays:

Buy Local: Support your local community and reduce your carbon footprint by buying local.
Buy Less: Do you really need to buy that much? Consider reducing the amount of gifts and spend more time with family.
Reduce Travel: Plan out shopping trips strategically to reduce your energy consumption and stay local when possible.
Give Recycled Gifts: One man’s junk is another man’s treasure. Shop resale and thrift shops for unique and lovingly used items.
Re-Gift: This is always acceptable! Especially when you know someone that will appreciate something that has been lying around unused.
Give Battery-Free Gifts: Buy gifts that do not need batteries in order to reduce the toxins that batteries cause our environment.
Give to a Charity: Donate to the recipient’s favorite cause. It will make you both feel good!
Make Eco-Donations: Donate to local conservation groups or eco-friendly organizations.
Give Gift Certificates: Lessen the chances of getting something that is not to the taste of the recipient by giving a gift card to their favorite store.
Send E-Cards: Reduce the carbon footprint that paper card cause by delivering an e-card right into loved one’s email box.
Reuse Wrapping & Trimmings: Reuse save bows, ribbons and wrapping paper saved from the year before. Another great way to reduce waste is to buy reusable decorative boxes that to use for years to come!
Use Eco-Friendly Gift Wrap: If you have to use new wrapping, buy gift wrap made from recycled materials, make your own from newspaper, paper bags, cloth etc …
Use LED Lights in Displays: Us energy saving LED lights on the tree and in displays. They last longer and use less electricity.
Reduce Holiday Lighting: Keep lighting to a minimal. No need to outdo the Jones.
Turn Lights Off at Bedtime: Holiday lights left on are a waste of electricity and annoying to neighbors. Shut them off at bedtime.
Give Homemade Gifts: Homemade gifts are more personal and treasured. It tells the recipient you care enough to give a homemade gift.
Give Book of Beloved Recipes: My favorite type of gift is great recipes that will last a lifetime!
Give Gift of Time: Instead of giving a store bought gift, take your family member or friend out on a special outing, have a game night, or help them with a home improvement project. The gift of time is a rare thing.
Stuff Stockings with Sentiments: Stuff family member’s stockings with pictures, memories or your favorite thing about them.
Give Homemade Body Care Items: Make a sugar scrub, bath bomb or scented soap for friends and family.
Thermostat Downtime: Schedule the thermostat to lower when family members are warm and toasty in bed.
Give Digitally: Send e-certificates, e-tickets and e-cards to reduce the need for transporting gifts, lessening the carbon footprint.
Cancel the Catalogs: Cancel your catalogs and shop online. Most end up unopened in the recycling bin.
Cut Down Local Tree: Start a family tradition of cutting down your own tree from a local Christmas tree farm, lessening the carbon footprint from trucking in trees from across the country.
Buy a Live Tree: Buy a live tree to be later planted or donated after the holidays are over.
Decorate a Tree for Birds: Instead of using plastic balls and other store bought decorations for outdoor trees, decorate a tree with suet bells, pinecones dipped in peanut butter, birdseed, etc …

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10 Holiday Tips for Going Green this Holiday Season

12/11/2018 by DeniseB 1 Comment

Updated from previous post
10 Green Holiday Tips for the Office and Home

The holidays brighten an otherwise dormant season by bringing festivities and good will. They also bring on a season of excess that often results in extra waste. Household waste increases by a whopping 25% from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day.This is not sustainable or responsible stewardship.

That is why those of us at Waste Masters Solutions would like to make you aware of all the holiday trimmings, packaging, and other compostable waste that goes directly into a landfill. We all could make a difference if we look for ways to reduce, reuse and recycle holiday wrappings and gifts.

Sustainable Holidays are a Blessing

Try something really thoughtful this holiday season – rethink how you shop, wrap and celebrate. Identify ways to reduce, reuse and recycle. Make this your gift to the generations to come.

10 Green Holiday Tips for the Office and Home:

Throw a Green Holiday Party: Going Green for the holidays should be carried over to any parties or gatherings that you have at home or the office. Clearly label recycling containers for cans, bottles and other recyclables. Of course, a Green Party can be held year ‘round, check out our blog, ‘Throw a Green Party this Labor Day’ and make it your New Year’s Resolution to continue your Green Initiatives into the new year.
Reduce Food Waste: This time of year is a time of excess resulting in large amount of food waste. Why not plan for the right amount of food to save money and reduce food waste. If you over estimated, donate the leftovers to a local shelter, food bank or freeze it for later before it spoils.
Forgo the Paper Card & Costly Postage: Sending out Holiday Cards that often end up in trash heaps unread have a triple whammy on the environment – paper comes from trees, delivery costs money, delivery sends carbons into our atmosphere. Using eCards to offer holiday wishes instead. If you feel the absolutely need to send a physical card, use recycled ones & hand deliver, when possible..
Creative Gift Giving: The GIFT OF TIME will be much more appreciated than a tacky Christmas sweater or cheesy tie. Give thoughtful gifts that are more meaningful and useful. Give tickets to a show, concert or game; passes to a state or national park, gift certificates for dinner or a spa day. Make your own coupons for personal services, such as free babysitting, a home cooked meal, helping an elderly relative with everyday chores or home maintenance. Think outside the box about ways to spread goodwill and cheer throughout the year!
Opt for Eco-friendly Wrapping Alternatives: Use old posters, maps, newspapers, reusable gift bags to present your gifts this holiday season. Cookie tins, flower pots and baskets are a creative and green way to place a present in a present.
Recyclable Shopping Bags: Bring your own shopping bags to the mall or grocery stores. Using and reusing cloth bags can reduce the thousands of bags that end up in landfills. If you do use paper or plastic bags, recycle them.
Rechargeable Batteries: About 40% of battery sales occur during the holiday season. Help out the environment by buying rechargeable batteries and making sure to safely recycle any old batteries.
LED Holiday Lights & Timers: LED Lights use up to 80% less energy and last 10 times longer. Also, use a timer or turn lights off during the day and late evening.
Stop Junk Mail: This time of year, the amount of catalogs and charitable donation solicitations can fill recycle bins at lightening speed. Sometimes it feels as if charitable donations go directly into re-solicitations of donations. If you’d like to stop the endless cycle, Check Out ‘6 Steps to get off mailing lists to STOP Junk Mail’ by eco-cycle that will help your put the kibosh on junk mail.
Recycle Electronics and Cell Phones: This is the time of year when new electronics and cell phones are snatched off the shelf and presented in pretty packages and bags under the tree. PLEASE make sure to safely recycle or find a good home for your old electronics.

“A United Nations study reported that 44.7 million tons of e-waste was discarded in 2016, and only 20 percent of it was disposed of properly.” ~ Consumer Report

The more of us that set a GREEN Example, the better. Educating society and those around us on how a little thought and creativity can make for a greener more sustainable future.

Give the the gift of lowering your carbon footprint –we only have one earth and the holiday season should be a celebration of the beauty of nature, a true gift we all can appreciate!

Share on our Facebook page some of the ways you get into the Green of the Season by reducing, reusing and recycling.

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If you are interested in finding out more, contact the commercial recycling solutions experts of Delaware at WasteMasters Solutions. Share on our Facebook page some of the ways your business meets or excel at commercial sustainability and minimizing waste. Waste Masters Solutions is a commercial waste solution and recycling company serving Delaware, making it our mission to increase community awareness of the importance of reducing, recycling, reusing as much as possible.

Sustainable Holidays | 10 Green Holiday Tips for the Home and Office

12/12/2017 by DeniseB 2 Comments

Ah … the holidays. A time of generosity and good will. Also, a time of excess that often results in extra waste. Studies show that household waste increases by a stunning 25% from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day!

Not only is this statistic a mind boggling, it not sustainable. Think about all the holiday trimmings, packaging, and other compostable waste that goes directly into a landfill. What if we could make a difference by looking for ways to reduce, reuse and recycle holiday wrappings and gifts?

Sustainable Holidays are a Blessing

Try something really thoughtful this holiday season – rethink how you shop, wrap and celebrate. Identify ways to reduce, reuse and recycle. Make this your gift to the world for generations to come.

10 Green Holiday Tips for the Home & Office:

Reduce Food Waste: This time of year is a time of excess resulting in large amount of food waste. Why not plan for the right amount of food to save money and reduce food waste. If you over estimated, donate the leftovers to a local shelter, food bank or freeze it for later before it spoils.
Recyclable Shopping Bags: Bring your own shopping bags to the mall or grocery stores. Using and reusing cloth bags can reduce the thousands of bags that end up in landfills. If you do use paper or plastic bags, recycle them.
Throw a Green Holiday Party: Going Green for the holidays should be carried over to any parties or gatherings that you have at home or the office. Clearly label recycling containers for cans, bottles and other recyclables. Of course, a Green Party can be held year ‘round, check out our blog, ‘Throw a Green Party this Labor Day’ and make it your New Year’s Resolution to continue your Green Initiatives into the new year.
Forgo the Paper Card & Costly Postage: Sending out Holiday Cards that often end up in trash heaps unread have a triple whammy on the environment – paper comes from trees, delivery costs money, delivery sends carbons into our atmosphere. Using eCards to offer holiday wishes instead. If you feel the absolutely need to send a physical card, use recycled ones & hand deliver, when possible..
LED Holiday Lights & Timers: LED Lights use up to 80% less energy and last 10 times longer. Also, use a timer or turn lights off during the day and late evening.
Creative Gift Giving: The GIFT OF TIME will be much more appreciated than a tacky Christmas sweater or cheesy tie. Give thoughtful gifts that are more meaningful and useful. Give tickets to a show, concert or game; passes to a state or national park, gift certificates for dinner or a spa day. Make your own coupons for personal services, such as free babysitting, a home cooked meal, helping an elderly relative with everyday chores or home maintenance. Think outside the box about ways to spread goodwill and cheer throughout the year!
Opt for Eco-friendly Wrapping Alternatives: Use old posters, maps, newspapers, reusable gift bags to present your gifts this holiday season. Cookie tins, flower pots and baskets are a creative and green way to place a present in a present.
Stop Junk Mail: This time of year, the amount of catalogs and charitable donation solicitations can fill recycle bins at lightening speed. Sometimes it feels as if charitable donations go directly into re-solicitations of donations. If you’d like to stop the endless cycle, Check Out this article by eco-cycle that will help your put the kibosh on junk mail.
Rechargeable Batteries: About 40% of battery sales occur during the holiday season. Help out the environment by buying rechargeable batteries and making sure to safely recycle any old batteries.
Recycle Electronics and Cell Phones: This is the time of year when new electronics and cell phones are snatched off the shelf and presented in pretty packages and bags under the tree. PLEASE make sure to safely recycle or find a good home for your old electronics.

The more people that set a GREEN Example, the better chance our society has to succeed in educating those around us how a little thought and creativity can change a mindset that has been long in the making.

Give the world the gift of lowering your carbon footprint –we only have one earth and the holiday season should be a celebration of the beauty of nature, a true gift we all can appreciate!

Share on our Facebook page some of the ways you get into the Green of the Season by reducing, reusing and recycling.

Waste Masters Solutions is a commercial waste solution and recycling company serving all of Delaware.

Make it a Point to ‘Go Green’ this Labor Day

09/01/2016 by DeniseB Leave a Comment

10 Ways to Make Your Labor Day Celebration Earth Friendly

This is the time of year where families start to get back into their school day routine. Gone are the days of lounging in pjs, heading to the shore or mountains. It’s time to get serious and get back on schedule. Why not take advantage of the return to regimen to implement some new eco-friendly routines in your household?

Labor Day weekend is the unofficial wind-down of the summer season. Many cookouts and last beach visits will be taking place this weekend. Before the hectic time sets in, make it a resolution to up your recycling efforts this school year and start by throwing a ‘Green’ Labor Day party!

There really is very little extra effort to making a party green. Spend a little time figuring out how you can reduce the carbon footprint of your Labor Day gathering and set a good example for guests and family. Make your Labor Day celebration as green as possible!

Here Are 10 Great Ways to Throw a Green Labor Day Party:

Invitations: Rather than wasting paper, send email invitations or evites.
Buy Keg Beer: Instead of buying individually bottles or cans of beer, get a few ½ or ¼ kegs of beer. This will lessen the amount of waste and be sure to recycle the plastic cups or better yet … use glasses!
Natural Centerpieces: Fresh ripe tomatoes
Ice Water Dispenser: Eliminate the need to recycle individual water bottles and lower your environmental impact by supplying guests with an ice cold water dispenser.
2 liter Soda Bottles: Instead of using canned sodas, lighten the amount of recycling by using 2 liter sodas and recyclable plastic glasses.
Local and In-Season: A great way to lessen your carbon footprint is to buy local produce and meats. Be sure to plan your menu around seasonal foods. Buying locally really does make a global impact.
Washable Dishware or Recycled Products: If you can, use glassware and real plates and silverware. Otherwise be sure to buy eco-friendly tableware, such as those available from susty party or Party City.
Recycle Station: Have a convenient area where guests can recycle and be sure to make them aware of your recycling wishes. Use brightly colored bins with clear signs to encourage as much recycling as possible.
Solar Lighting: Using solar lights, beeswax or soy candles will give your party ambiance and lighten the effect on the environment.
Natural Centerpieces: Decorating the tables with bowls of in-season fruits and vegetables, potted herbs or flowers is another great way to lessen your party’s impact on the planet.
Choose Aluminum and Glass over Plastic: If you do choose to supply guests with individual packaged beverages, opt for aluminum cans or glass bottles. They can be recycled endlessly as the process never degrades the quality of the material. Plastics have a limited number of reuses, as they are tougher to recycle and the process breaks down the chemical structure each time it is recycled, weakening the material. Not to mention the negative affect on our wildlife!

As you can see, a little forethought and planning will have you throwing a creative green party — showing others how simple and guilt-free entertaining make ‘green-sense’.

One final word, the more green you go when entertaining the more your circle of friends and family will follow your example. Who knows how fair it will spiral through your community and make an even BIGGER impact on the planet.

So what are you waiting for? Be a Green Entertaining Role Model.

Please share with us on Facebook some of the ways you make your entertaining more eco-friendly.