Reduce plastic wasteThere has been a noticeable shift in shopping habits in recent years, particularly when it comes to packaging. It came after many consumers actively boycotted goods wrapped in plastic, often removing the packaging at the till and leaving it behind. All plastic packaging waste — including soft plastic as of 2021 — can be placed in household recycling bins if it is clean, dry and loose. Food waste sent to landfills will also release methane, a greenhouse gas 25 times more potent than carbon dioxide. At home, serve smaller portions at meals times to reduce food scrapings and use your freezer wisely.

Source: Irish Examiner April 27, 2022 18:19 UTC