Throw a green holiday party.

Find resources and case studies at the Event Planning webpage.

Use earth-friendly gift wrapping alternatives 

Ideas include: 

• Scarves, handkerchiefs, and bandannas
• Old posters and maps
• Newspapers (the comic sections works great)
• Reusable decorative bags
• A present in a present (example, cookies in a reusable tin, kitchen gifts in towels, etc…)
• Wrapping paper made from recycled paper

Recycle your tree!

Some communities make discarded holiday trees into mulch for use in community parks. Contact your county or waste hauler for more information.

Quick Facts

In2006, the Environmental Protection Agency estimated that the United Statesproduced 12.6 million tons of plastic packaging. Almost 90 percent of this packaging was thrown away.