When possible, do not use disposable plastic utensils, straws, bags or packaging that you do not need. [File photo]

3.Avoid single-use and disposable plastic

Buy a stainless steel, or even glass, water container, instead of a new plastic bottle for your essential on-the-go daily water bottle. When possible, do not use disposable plastic utensils, straws, bags or packaging that you do not need, and which you will only use for once for convenience. Most of this material will not likely be recycled when you are finished with it.