1. Styrofoam cups
   Alternative: Reusable mugs or biodegradeable cups
2. Paper towels
   Alternative:  Dishtowels or rags
3. Bleached coffee filters
   Alternative: Reusable or unbleached filters
4. Overpackaged foods and other products
   Alternative: Buy in bulk with minimal/reusable packaging
5. Teak and mahogany
   Alternative: Reuse wood or buy products from salvaged wood
6. Chemical pesticides and herbicides
   Alternative: Organic pest controllers
7. Conventional household cleaners
   Alternative: Make your own using vinegar, water and castile soap
8. Higher octane gas than you need
   Alternative: Buy a hybrid or use the lowest-octane gas
9. Toys made with PVC plastic
   Alternative: Look for #1 and #2 plastics (avoid PVC and #3 )
10. Plastic forks and spoons
    Alternative: Bring your utensils or buy biodegradeable

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