Back-to-School with Clean Ocean Action

As days begin to shorten, a new school year is imminent which marks a wonderful opportunity for children and parents alike to green their daily school days.
Follow these tips to minimize your environmental impact during the school year:
• Purchase sustainable supplies.
• Buy 100% recycled paper.
• Wrap books in recycled paper.
• Limit or eliminate the use of plastic bags. 
• Pack lunch in an eco-friendly, re-usable container or in paper lunch bags.
• Use a refillable, BPA-free water bottle.
• Buy second hand back-to-school clothes.
• Consider re-using your backpack from last year.
• Walk, bike, or carpool to school.
• Don’t idle car in front of school or bus stop.
• Get involved by joining your school’s environmental club or organization.