#wastefulpackaging

I always wonder to myself (sometimes out loud) why things come with so much packaging! It feels that even the most simple items come with several layers of wrapping. Sometimes, I feel as though I am unwrapping one of those russian dolls... hoping to find the last layer with each one that I pull off. 

"Going Green" isn't just about swapping out your light bulbs, using re-useable grocery bags or driving a more fuel efficient vehicle. These are all wonderful steps, and help to protect the environment. It's important that we all do our part to minimize the impact on the Earth. 

Here is the sample letter that I am sending out. Think of some of the companies that you can send this to:

Date

Addressee

Company Name

Address

City, State, Zip

Dear (Name):

Thank you so much for making (product)!  Your (specific product) is my favorite (product type)!  I've tried so many different (product types) over the years, and have never been this happy with one before.  Thank you!

As a happy consumer of your (product), I would like to mention that I am concerned about your packaging.  Since I regularly purchase your (product), I am very conscious of how much (packaging material) I am (throwing away/recycling) each time I buy    another (product).  I am very concerned about waste, and am sure many of your other happy customers are as well.  Please consider minimizing your packaging!  It would be thrilling if all manufacturers did their part to help reduce waste in the world – and I bet you'd save money too!

I will continue to purchase (product), because it's great, but I urge you to please reconsider your wasteful packaging.  We consumers really do care about these things!

Thanks!

Name