Of course, you can reduce the amount of trash you send to the landfill by recycling. However, an even more effective technique is to generate less trash in the first place. The following are a few tips that will help you reduce waste and, therefore, your impact on the environment while spending less on getting rid of trash.

• Paper or Plastic. When at the grocery store checkout, opt for paper over plastic. Paper can be recycled and will not sit in landfills indefinitely as plastic will. An even better option is to bring your own bag. In addition, consider bringing your own reusable produce bags so that you can avoid accumulating those small plastic bags that build up in your garbage bin.
• Reduce Mail. These days, it is more possible than ever to eliminate unnecessary mail. Instead of receiving physical catalogues, view catalogues online. Instead of receiving your bills in the mail, pay via e-pay options. You can also contact the Direct Marketing Association so that you can be removed from national mailing lists.
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• Donate. One person's trash is another person's treasure. If you plan on throwing out household items, consider whether or not someone else may be able to put these items to good use. If so, donate them to a local thrift store.
• Find Local Recycling Facilities. There are many items that you may think belong in the garbage when, in fact, they can be recycled. For instance, electronic devices account for the majority of toxic waste that is leaked into the environment. Recycling such items will not only reduce the amount of trash you accumulate but will reduce the negative impact on the environment.
  

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