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Eliminate or Reduce Household Waste - Utilities and Resources

One area most people probably don't think about with household waste are utilities, but using too much water, running electricity when it's not necessary, and even flushing the toilet when it's not needed can all waste money and have a toll on the environment as well as your pocketbook.

Eliminating wasted utilities like turning lights off when not in use, turning off televisions when not watching them, and unplugging appliances that aren't in use will mean cheaper utility bills, less expendable resources wasted, and keeps additional radiation from being emitted into the world.

Eliminate or Reduce Household Waste - Recycle, Reduce, Reuse

There are so many reasons why eliminating or reducing household waste is good for your wallet and good for our environment. Whenever possible, eliminate household waste by purchasing recyclable products, and then actually take the time to recycle them. Many communities even have pick up for recyclables, and you will be doing your part to make our world a better place.

If the item can't be recycled, then see if there is some other use for the item. Baby jars make good sorters for small parts or nuts and bolts. Plastic 1, 2 and 3 liter cola jugs make great planters, water carriers, or water feeders for pet bowls.

Being creative and taking a few extra seconds to recycle or reuse items that have already fulfilled their original purpose can really help eliminate household waste and keep our world cleaner and better for everyone, now and in the future.

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