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IT’S A WRAP

Instead of wrapping gifts in glossy, nonrecyclable paper, cloak them in reusable items such as canvas bags, scarves, or drawstring pouches.

TREE-CLE DOWN THEORY

Don’t just toss your Christmas tree on the curb after the holidays. Many cities have Christmas tree recycling programs that turn trees into mulch or wood chips.