The Insiders: Advice from local businesses

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Single-use plastic coffee pods are bad for the environment. If you toss the capsules into the trash, they end up in landfills, where they eventually release toxins that pollute land and oceans and kill marine life. One thing you can do to help the planet is to use eco-friendly coffee pod alternatives.

ÌýIt’s frustrating when you stain, tear, or damage clothes—especially your favorite pieces. Tossing them out and replacing them with new ones is an easy solution. However, sending more unwanted goods to the landfill is not the best choice for the environment. Instead of ditching damaged clothing, follow these tips to repair stained or ripped clothes and help reduce waste.

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Watching waves roll into a sandy shore against a backdrop of the deep blue ocean or the vast Great Lakes is breathtaking. Seeing trash clutter and pollute those pristine coastlines reminds us of our detrimental effect on earth's natural wonders. We share a responsibility to keep these treasures clean and beautiful for other creatures and our future generations.

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Watching waves roll into a sandy shore against a backdrop of the deep blue ocean or the vast Great Lakes is breathtaking. Seeing trash clutter and pollute those pristine coastlines reminds us of our detrimental effect on earth's natural wonders. We share a responsibility to keep these treasures clean and beautiful for other creatures and our future generations.

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Many eco-conscious consumers know about the dangers of single-use plastic grocery/shopping bags. On average, a plastic shopping bag has 12 minutes of life before someone pitches it – and that’s where the problem starts.