Oakland
Air Pillows
Instructions
Although your city doesn't pick up thin plastic film, you can collect bubble wrap, air pillows, plastic bags, and plastic wrap in a single plastic bag until it's the size of a basketball to drop off at a [local grocery store](https://www.plasticfilmrecycling.org/recycling-bags-and-wraps/find-drop-off-location/).
Alternatives
Lots of packaging waste is due to online shopping so try to buy local instead. When you do buy online, group your purchases, don't opt for extra-fast shipping, and request less and recyclable packaging. After you receive your purchase, try to reuse the packaging before disposal.
Facts
Packaging and containers make up 30% of the waste Americans send to the landfill, but only 15% is recycled.
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