Use natural methods in your garden to control weeds without using chemical herbicides.
Reuse your belongings for as long as possible to conserve landfill space.
Refrain from buying products with excess packaging to conserve landfill space.
Dispose of hazardous products properly. If improperly placed in landfills, they can leach out and contaminate surrounding land and water.
Upgrade your computer before buying a new one. If you cannot use your computer any more, find a place to donate it, or recycle it. Or call the RecycleNet Help Line: (519) 767-2913.
Buy mercury-free rechargeable batteries. Dispose of all hazardous waste products such as regular mercury-based batteries in appropriate hazardous waste disposal sites. Check Earth's 911 to find the sites nearest to your home.
At the office, re-use a mug rather than using disposable cups.
Purchase consumer products that say "biodegradable" or "non-toxic" on the label.
To reduce pests in your garden, plant such insect-repelling plants as basil, chives, mint, marigolds, and chrysanthemums, and use traps, parasites, and natural predators such as ladybugs.
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