The holidays bring joy, cheer and about 25% more household waste. That’s a jump from four million to five million tons, according to the U.S. Environmental Agency. Give the planet a gift by recycling:
Foil and trays: Rinse foil and roll it into a ball three inches or larger.
Cartons: Eggnog, broth, wine and milk all count.
Gift boxes: Flatten them before putting them in your cart or save intact for next year’s wrapping.
Paper: Cards, junk mail and newspapers.
Tins: Recycle or reuse cookie, pie and decorative tins.
