• Avoid Products Using CFCs – Many wealthier nations have already banned CFCs, but some products around the world still contain them.  CFCs are very dangerous for the environment because they destroy the ozone layer.
• Buy a Low-Flush Toilet – By purchasing a low-flush toilet, you can save as much as one or two gallons on every flush.
• Buy in Bulk – By purchasing large quantities of an item, you reduce the amount of packaging that you will need to throw away.
• Buy Recyclable Products – When deciding between products, pick the one that can be recycled rather than sent to a landfill when you are done using it.
• Eat Organic Food – If you have a chance to eat organic food, do so because it will prevent food producers from using pesticides and other dangerous chemicals.
• Get Durable Products – If you can avoid buying disposable products that will end up in landfills, get more durable ones that will last longer.
• Look at the Packaging – Don't buy products that have excessive layers of packaging.  These packages only end up in landfills anyway.
• Purchase Recycled Products – On the labels of many products it will say if a product is made from recyclable materials.  Many of them are, and buying these will help to cut down on waste.
• Use Recyclable Bags – Plastic bags that are used by some grocery stores are not fully biodegradable.  Instead, ask for paper bags, which can be reused and then recycled.

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