How to Have a Green Christmas

Dreaming of a Green Christmas

By Megan O’Neill

For a season so focused on family, it’s amazing that, during Christmas, so many of us overlook our Mother Earth: We drive from store to store searching for presents, we travel long distances to attend parties, plus, Americans throw away an estimated one million extra tons of garbage each week between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day! For those who want to celebrate in a more eco-friendly style, we’ve gathered some tips to help you green your holiday traditions.