AT THE STORE Buy items you can recycle at the curbside or recycling centers. Buy durable items instead of those that are disposable. Avoid excess packaging when choosing product brands. For items that are used frequently, buy in bulk or only buy what you need. Reduce toxic waste by purchasing paints, pesticides and other hazardous materials only in quantities needed, or by sharing what is left over. Buy concentrated products to reduce packaging. Carry a canvas or other reusable bag when you shop. It eliminates the need to use the store’s disposable paper or plastic bags Buy your produce naked. Fruits and vegetables come in their own packaging. They don’t usually need any more. Avoid single servings because it is wasteful and expensive. More cost, more packaging, more waste, Please think hard before putting single-serving products in your shopping cart. Look for products and appliances that are easy to repair. Often an appliance can be repaired to avoid throwing it away.