How to throw a party that’s easy on the Earth
Summary
Now that [zero waste] is becoming more important to people, its one of those you wear it, then live in it, then party in it kind of thing.Mini Yoon, owner of Loveworks LA, an event-planning company that specializes in eco-friendly weddings, gives this advice: Be mindful of the products youre using, and use what you have, borrow what you dont and buy used what you must. Natasha Thom, owner and lead planner of Vancouver-based Clearwater Events & Weddings, suggests looking to Ruckify, a website that facilitates local rentals. And keep an eye out for information on how much of a product is made from recycled or compostable materials; the closer to 100 percent, the better, says Leslie VanKeuren Campbell, founder of Sustain LA, a zero-waste event services store.Say bye to balloons: Considering their use of helium and latex, as well as the havoc theyre capable of causing when released, balloons generally arent endorsed by the experts we interviewed. Things like reusable garlands can be used in place of balloons, Isom Johnson says, or for keeping some type of celebratory decor in your home. Options include small jars of locally made honey, sauce, jam or chocolate, as well as face masks or pretty soaps.