Halloween is a fun night filled with tasty treats, cool costumes and spooky pumpkins. But did you know you can celebrate while also looking out for the environment? Here are a few tips for a sustainable Halloween!
Costumes
- Use clothes you already have, such as T-shirts and pants, to design your costume.
- Consider reusing or repurposing old costumes from previous years.
- Swap old costumes with friends or family.
- Instead of plastic masks, try face paint that is toxin-free.
- Shop at thrift stores or flea markets to complete your costume rather than buying new.
Treats
- Buy candies with minimal packaging and/or packaged in recyclable materials.
- When trick-or-treating, use a Publix reusable bag or an old pillowcase instead of a plastic pumpkin to carry treats.
Transportation
- Stay local on Halloween night.
- Visit places within walking distance instead of driving.
- If you do choose to drive, consider carpooling with friends or family.
Pumpkins
- Use the insides to make delicious bread, muffins and pies.
- Roast the seeds and add oil and salt for a savory treat.
- Compost your pumpkin instead of just throwing it away.
Decorations
- Decorate your space with things you already have:
- Make tombstones out of cardboard boxes.
- Use old pipe cleaners to make spiders.
- Repurpose cardboard toilet paper rolls to make bats.
- If you choose to buy decorations, make sure they’re reusable in the years to come.
