Waste Reduction and Environmental Protection

Use a reusable bottle/cup for beverages on-the-go You might already have a reusable water bottle, but do you use it all the time. You can put that reusable bottle to use, save money and reduce waste. By taking your own water with you, you’ll also reduce your chances of purchasing more expensive beverages on-the-go. This will eliminate the one-time use containers they come in. While most cans and bottles can be recycled, they require a lot of energy to be produced, shipped to the bottling facility and then to the store for purchase. 2. Use ______ grocery bags, and not just for groceries Just like a reusable water bottle, you may already have a reusable grocery bag, though it’s often forgotten at home. Try writing BAGS on the top of your grocery list to help you remember, or keep them in the back seat where they aren’t as easy.

What is one benefit of using a reusable water bottle?

Why is it mentioned that most cans and bottles require a lot of energy to be produced?

What suggestion is given to help remember to take reusable grocery bags to the store?

What is the purpose of using reusable grocery bags, according to the text?

What is the environmental impact of purchasing more expensive beverages on-the-go?

What is one benefit of using a reusable water bottle?

What is a drawback of purchasing more expensive beverages on-the-go?

What is a reason to use reusable grocery bags?

What is a suggestion to help remember to bring reusable grocery bags?

What is the environmental impact of producing and shipping cans and bottles?