Tips on Creating Zero Waste at Thanksgiving Dinner

Welcome to 2019 Thanksgiving, we’re getting eco-friendly and heading towards a zero-waste effort around the holiday season. Include Earth in your list of life’s important things to celebrate (along with family, friends, and food). With consumerism at its all-time high, now is a great time too, not only give gratitude and show serenity but take action against waste with these zero waste tips: 

The Earth will THANK you for these tips:

Buy local from the Farmers Markets.

1.         Buying local boosts the local economy
2.         cuts back on plastic waste
3.         Tastes much better
4.         More nutritious bang for your buck   

• Donate leftovers to the college student and their friends.
• Reusable and multi-purpose cookware and serving dishes are always a good idea. 
• Boil down your bones to make broth to reuse for a warm meal later in the year
• Borrow flatware if you don’t have grandma’s fancy china just yet. Or get a great mix match from the local Salvation Army store. They have great serving stuff from glassware to plates to forks and knives. Gift the serving dishes to your local student.
• Too much turkey? You can make some excellent soups. Hop on Pinterest for more inspiration!
• Compost what you cannot eat. 
• Plan ahead and ask for help from some relatives. You shouldn’t have to make such a big meal by yourself! 
• Use compostable plates and utensils if you absolutely must. 
• Ditch bottled water and sugary drinks. Honestly,
• Check out Greenmoxie for more ideas on decorations and earthy fun.