Shopping Checklist

Buy loose produce wherever possible

Buy loose produce wherever possible

Avoid over-packaged convenience foods

Buy in bulk where possible

Choose products packaged in recyclable materials, such as glass

Choose products which come in refillable containers

Buy products which use recycled material in their packaging

Re-use plastic carrier bags

Better still, say `no' to plastic bags

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