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* Did you know that white paper bags are chemically
bleached and that these chemicals are released into the waste
stream? Brown paper bags are not bleached and therefore are
more environmentally friendly! A very small change from using
white to using only brown paper bags can make a difference.
* Did you know that you can purchase serviettes
made from recycled paper? These are more environmentally friendly
than standard white or coloured serviettes.
A diverse range of environmentally friendlier
packaging is becoming available. Some packaging is made using
recycled materials (paper, sugar cane fibre, bamboo, palm
leaves). Other packaging uses materials that are biodegradable
and can be composted. By using this packaging in our school
canteens, we play our part in creating a demand and guaranteeing
the ongoing development and production of better packaging
options. We also give a good example to students, staff and
their families and support the SOSE curriculum.
You can now purchase "environmentally friendlier"
packaging items directly from VSCA.
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