1. VALENTINE’S DAY

2. WHAT COMES TO MIND WHEN YOU THINK OF VALENTINE’S DAY?

3. IMPACTS ON THE ENVIRONMENT Excessive waste o Energy used to ship and sell cards, candy, & flowers, etc. o Packaging and wrapping materials o Leftover food

4. WHAT CAN WE DO?

5. ENERGY EFFICIENCY Save energy by turning the television and other electronics off for the night Use candles or dim your lights to save energy, while spending time with loved ones Turn the heat down, and cuddle up with some hot chocolate and marshmallows

6. MATERIALS Purchase recyclable wrapping paper, and be sure to recycle after use Upcycle decorations, gifts, and cards or hand make them If purchasing gifts or cards, buy ones with minimal packaging or made from recycled and recyclable materials

7. SORT FOOD & BUY LOCAL After your Valentine’s Day meal or snack, remember to sort food waste properly Buy local ingredients from a farmers market for cooking and baking Avoid wasting food and money by being a smart consumer

8. WHAT HAVE YOU LEARNED THAT WILL HELP YOU WASTE LESS ON VALENTINE’S DAY?

9. UPCYCLING ACTIVITIES

10. THANK YOU!