The Holiday travel season is right around the corner. Families are busy finishing up shopping, securing motel reservations and getting excited to see loved ones.  All that travel does have a significant impact on the Earth.  Fortunately there are some easy ways to reduce our impact and have the trip we desire. Last year we offered suggestions to help you pack with less waste in this post.  This year we wanted to give you some tips to reduce the impact of your travel.

Zero Waste Holiday Travel Tips (2)

  • Keep the tires in your car properly inflated.
  • Offset your emissions for flights (some airlines are even offering this as an add on when you purchase your ticket).
  • Plant some trees at your destination.
  • Find motels with ecofriendly accommodations- there are many out there!
  • Keep your luggage in the car to a minimum.  Excess waste decreases gas mileage.
  • Consider renting a more fuel efficient vehicle for long drives.
  • Take public transportation whenever possible.
  • Unplug non-essential lights and appliances before you leave home (learn more in our post on Phantom Power)
  • Turn down your thermostat before you leave home.
  • Stay within the speed limit (most vehicles get their best MPG around 65MPH)
  • Don’t forget your water bottle and emergency winter kit!
  • Have fun!

Where are you traveling to this holiday season?  What tips do you have?  Let us know in the comments or email blog@keeper.com

Happy Holidays from all of us!
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Olivia lives in Boulder, Colorado with her husband and 4 year old son. She enjoys spending time in the mountains, studying about essential oils, natural remedies and herbs, as well as upcycling/ DIY projects. Olivia’s family made the move last year towards becoming a Zero Waste household. They have gotten down to one bathroom sized trashcan a month of garbage but hope to be totally Zero Waste by the end of 2015.

Like this? Check out the rest of our Waste Less and Be Green in 2015 series for more tips!  And visit our post on Holiday packing here.

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