Consider renting tools for home projects, lawn and garden equipment, party supplies, and camping and recreational gear. Borrow a book, CD or DVD at a Public Library instead of buying your own copy.
Organize a community exchange at a local school, community center or a place of worship. Visit garage sales, estate sales, or auctions. Consignment shops and thrift stores are great places to find bargains and sell reusable goods. 
Try to repair an item before throwing it away. Repairs can be less expensive than replacement and can improve the performance, safety, and/or efficiency of a product.Green To-go Packaging
Are you a food service business owner in Saint Paul? Changes are coming to the requirements for to-go packaging!
Reduce, Reuse, & Repair
Before throwing something away, it's important to ask yourself-- Can I recycle this? But even more important is the question-- Can I reuse or repair this item first? Find resources below on how to reuse and repair items, as well as advice on how to reduce waste in the first place.
Clothing & Textile Reuse & Recycling
The fashion industry has a large environmental footprint. Fast-changing styles and trends can lead to a lot of non-durable clothing being made and bought. At the end of the clothing lifecycle is another issue: clothing can be difficult to recycle.