* 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.