Remember the 4 R’s: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Repair
Reduce: Try to reduce the amount of paperwork that you generate. If you have access to a computer consider changing to paperless finances. Every electronic transaction that you make – direct deposit, automatic bill paying, and online portfolio management – is a paper saver.
- Credit card companies and banks often sell customer names and personal information to direct marketers; it is one of the reasons your mailbox is constantly stuffed with junk. Call all of your credit providers and tell them you do not want your information given out to others; it will cut down on the amount of unwanted mail that you receive and toss.
- Avoid placing your address on surveys, and product warranty cards. If you do write your address or phone number, write alongside it “Please do not sell or distribute my information, nor add to mailing lists.”
- DO NOT GIVE YOUR NAME AND ADDRESS WHEN YOU ENTER A RAFFLE - ESPECIALLY AT A STORE – THEY INTEND TO FOLLOW UP WITH YOU!!!!!!!
- Save paper by printing documents only when you really need a hard copy. Print on both sides of your paper to reduce your consumption. Or, even better, store files and e-mails on your computer, so that you are not using any paper at all.
Reuse: Keep a stack of scrap paper handy for use when printing drafts and personal documents. Print on both sides.
Recycle: If every American recycled just one newspaper a week, about 36 million trees a year would be spared. Making recycled newspaper takes half as much energy as producing virgin newsprint.
If you do receive junk mail, do one of two things about it. Recycle it immediately, or call or write somebody about getting off the list.
Keep a recycling bin or trashcan by your mailbox or wherever you sort mail.
Don’t forget, together we can make a difference.
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