This was taken from the Ecology Center newsletter.
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Americans throw away an additional 5 million tons of trash, 25% more than usual, between Thanksgiving and New Year's Eve. That extra helping of consumer goods, packaging, food waste, and Christmas trees really takes a toll on our environment! More packaging means more trees are cut down; more consumer goods means more petroleum is used for transport.

GIFT GIVING

Many unwanted gifts end up in storage or even in the garbage, and excess packaging of consumer goods also adds to the waste stream. Make your gift count by making it thoughtful and choosing one that benefits the environment.

Follow these tips:

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