Green Living  Environmentally Friendly Packaging  There
isn&rsquo;t one. It&rsquo;s hard to send packages without
creating waste, but there are ways you can limit it.
Environmentally Friendly Packaging Pin it For non-fragile items:
Look for reusable boxes you have in your home to pack clothing,
stuffed animals, and most non-perishable or non-fragile items.
All corrugated fiberboard boxes are recyclable. (Examine the
boxes carefully: Dry or frayed fibers compromise the sturdiness
of the package.)  For short trips: Use biodegradable cellulose-
based packing peanuts, made from corn and potato starch
(available at most office supply stores and online at; they’re
perfect for securing most items sent short distances and small
items in larger boxes. Note: Over long distances, peanuts
degrade and lose their protective capability.  For fragile
items: Stuff with fluffy towels to protect breakable items,
electronics, and items that shouldn’t be shaken. Skip the bubble
wrap; made from polyethylene, it’s not recyclable. U