05-14-2009, 02:55 PM
Yeah man I have seen references to all kinds of sizes as well. I imagine it is always changing shape so some extent and is hard to measure. Also since it is not really tangible it is difficult for people to grasp and get an accurate measure. I understand there are missions in progress or happening soon to gather more "solid" data on size and so forth.
Me and Lynn have been recycling for years, recharge batteries and used cloth bags before they were cool. We use Sigg stainless steel water bottles and buy biodegradable single-use items when we have to use them but still are finding there is so much that we use that is disposable (razors and electric toothbrush heads). Unless all you buy are fruits and vegetables (and we buy our share) it is so hard to avoid packaging. Then there is milk which comes in plastic jugs (we go through several gallons a week), mouthwash and shampoo come in plastic with plastic lids. How does one buy consumer good without contributing to this mess?
-Blake
http://www.theboysgreatescape.blogspot.com/
Me and Lynn have been recycling for years, recharge batteries and used cloth bags before they were cool. We use Sigg stainless steel water bottles and buy biodegradable single-use items when we have to use them but still are finding there is so much that we use that is disposable (razors and electric toothbrush heads). Unless all you buy are fruits and vegetables (and we buy our share) it is so hard to avoid packaging. Then there is milk which comes in plastic jugs (we go through several gallons a week), mouthwash and shampoo come in plastic with plastic lids. How does one buy consumer good without contributing to this mess?
-Blake
http://www.theboysgreatescape.blogspot.com/