An (almost) zero-waste life : learning how to embrace less to live more
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New York, NY : Rock Point, 2020.
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New York, NY : Rock Point, 2020.
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176 pages : color illustrations, photographs ; 20 cm
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English

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Includes bibliographical references and index.
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30 Days Zero Waste Challenge: Readers will first start with a 30-day challenge to jump start their sustainable lifestyle. Topics include: rethinking your morning coffee routine; investing in bulk bins; buying reusable utensils; reducing food waste; creating homemade toiletries; compositing basics; making homemade cleaning supplies; repairing and mending clothing; and recycling basics. On the Go: When traveling, moving from a house, hiking, or even packing, sustainable tips cover researching tips on which hotels uphold environmental standards and are eco-friendly. DIY: Teaches fun-and-easy projects on building compost bins; making homemade dry shampoo; recycling crayons; cleaning materials; and building a pine cone bird feeder. Shopping: Includes how to shop zero waste at big chains, like Wal-Mart, and ways to reduce food packaging [if readers do not have access to bulk shopping].Kitchen: Covers how to pack a zero-waste lunchbox; ways to reduce food waste; alternatives to trash bags; how to use produce scraps; and useful ideas for plastic storage containers. Bathroom: Teaches ways to floss zero waste; a nightly, sustainable beauty routine; and a zero-waste shower routine. Cleaning: Recipes for a pine-scented all-purpose cleaner; ditching paper towels for good; and a zero-waste cleaning guide will be given. Baby/Kids: Includes recipes for some toddler-friendly breakfast cookies and zero waste alternatives to tissues. Holidays: Get ready to celebrate the Holidays by trading a Black Friday in for Blue Friday and zero waste stocking stuffer and Easter basket ideas. Recipes: Features vegan coconut-curried vegetables; homemade pumpkin puree; and zero-waste strawberry jam. Zero Waste Meal Plans: Weekly menus and plans for around $50 are included that, of course, are zero waste, using zero-waste bulk pantry staples. Gardening/Compost: Gives tips on where to find heirloom seeds; seasonal produce; basics on composting; and how to build a compost bin. Pets: Will give zero-waste ways to remove pet hair and how to overcome obstacles to pet waste. Recycling: Teaches genius ways to re-purpose old clothing and how to recycle metal bottle caps, razor blades, and other small metals. Resources: Will give global contact information on purchasing in bulk and other eco-friendly shops and websites." --,Provided by publisher.

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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)

Weldon, M. (2020). An (almost) zero-waste life: learning how to embrace less to live more . Rock Point.

Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Weldon, Megean. 2020. An (almost) Zero-waste Life: Learning How to Embrace Less to Live More. Rock Point.

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Weldon, Megean. An (almost) Zero-waste Life: Learning How to Embrace Less to Live More Rock Point, 2020.

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Weldon, Megean. An (almost) Zero-waste Life: Learning How to Embrace Less to Live More Rock Point, 2020.

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