Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
What does Reduce mean in the 3 R's?
Using less in the first place
Instead of plastic water bottles, use a __ bottle
Reusable
True or False: Fruit peels can be composted
True
How long does it take for a plastic bottle to decompose?
About 450 years
Turning off your lights to help save what?
Energy
What does it mean to "Reuse" somthing?
Using it again instead of throwing it away
What's a better option than plastic grocery bags?
Colth or reusable tote bags
Name one item you should not compost
Meat, dairy, or oily foods
What are tiny pieces of plastic called?
Mircoplastics
What can you do with leftovers to reduce waste?
Eat or repurpose them instead of throwing them away
What number inside the recycling triangle shows the plastic type?
The resin identification number (1-7)
What can you use instead of plastic straws?
Metal, Bamboo, or paper straws
What does compost turn into after it breaks down?
Nutrient-rich soil
Where does most plastic waste end?
In landfills or oceans
How can you reduce food waste at the grocery store?
Make a shopping list and buy only what you need
What "R" is best for the environment?
Reduce
What kind of toothbrush reduces plastic waste?
Bamboo toothbrushes
What gas does composting reduce that comes from landfills?
Methane
Name one animal harmed by ocean plastic?
Sea turtles, fish, or seabirds
What's one eco-friendly way to get to school or work?
Bike, walk, Carpool
What happens when recyclables get contaminated with food waste?
They can't be recycled and go to the landfill
What reusable item can replace disposable sandwich bags?
Beeswax or reusable containers
What are the two main ingredients in compost?
"Greens" (food scraps) "browns" (leaves, paper, etc.)
What's one way to help reduce plastic waste globally?
Use fewer single-use plastics/ recycle properly/ support bans.
What is zero waste" store?
A store that sells unpackaged or refillable products