{"id":603504,"date":"2024-08-20T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-08-20T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.earthrangers.com\/EN\/CA\/?p=603504"},"modified":"2024-08-16T11:40:57","modified_gmt":"2024-08-16T15:40:57","slug":"the-ultimate-climate-friendly-back-to-school-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.earthrangers.com\/EN\/CA\/all\/the-ultimate-climate-friendly-back-to-school-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"The Ultimate Climate-Friendly Back-to-School Guide!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><em>Carbon Footprint Investigation: School Supply Edition<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"777\" src=\"\/EN\/CA\/wp-content\/uploads\/Back-to-school-blogvisual-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-603510\" style=\"width:500px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.earthrangers.com\/EN\/CA\/wp-content\/uploads\/Back-to-school-blogvisual-2.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.earthrangers.com\/EN\/CA\/wp-content\/uploads\/Back-to-school-blogvisual-2-300x233.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.earthrangers.com\/EN\/CA\/wp-content\/uploads\/Back-to-school-blogvisual-2-768x597.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.earthrangers.com\/EN\/CA\/wp-content\/uploads\/Back-to-school-blogvisual-2-150x117.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.earthrangers.com\/EN\/CA\/wp-content\/uploads\/Back-to-school-blogvisual-2-696x541.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Earth Rangers, let\u2019s get ready for school with a twist\u2014by being Earth-friendly! Use your investigation skills to prepare for the new school year with supplies that are better for the planet or can help lower your carbon footprint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">We\u2019ve created a handy guide below to help!<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"663\" src=\"\/EN\/CA\/wp-content\/uploads\/Back-to-school-supplies.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-603507\" style=\"width:500px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.earthrangers.com\/EN\/CA\/wp-content\/uploads\/Back-to-school-supplies.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.earthrangers.com\/EN\/CA\/wp-content\/uploads\/Back-to-school-supplies-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.earthrangers.com\/EN\/CA\/wp-content\/uploads\/Back-to-school-supplies-768x509.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.earthrangers.com\/EN\/CA\/wp-content\/uploads\/Back-to-school-supplies-150x99.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.earthrangers.com\/EN\/CA\/wp-content\/uploads\/Back-to-school-supplies-696x461.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Getting ready for school doesn\u2019t mean you need to buy a lot of new stuff!<\/strong> Start by checking what you already have at home. You might find half-used notebooks or supplies from last year that just need a little care to be as good as new! Instead of buying new supplies, give your old items a makeover. It\u2019s a great way to reduce waste and make the most of what you already have!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Here are some tips for eco-friendly back-to-school prep:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Look for items with minimal or recyclable packaging.<\/strong> Less packaging means less waste!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Choose things made from recycled or non-toxic materials.<\/strong> These are better for the planet and for you!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Paper<\/strong> <strong>and Notebooks<\/strong> \u2013 Take out your magnifying glass and check to see that your notebooks and paper have labels that say they\u2019re made from recycled or upcycled products. This can help protect trees and reduce waste!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pencils \u2013 <\/strong>Look for pencils made from recycled materials or sustainably sourced wood \u2013 pay attention to the special symbol on the box!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Erasers:<\/strong> If you need a new eraser, pick one made from recycled rubber.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Glue<\/strong> \u2013 When it comes to glue, look for \u2018non-toxic\u2019 first. You can also look for a label that says \u2018eco-friendly\u2019 or \u2018made from plants.\u2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Crayons and Markers<\/strong> \u2013Certain crayons and markers are made using solar power, which is a nice bonus. You can also choose crayons made of sustainably sourced beeswax instead of paraffin wax.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Backpacks<\/strong> \u2013If you\u2019ve got a backpack at home, give it a refresh! A trip through the washing machine or adding some fun buttons or pins can make it feel like new.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"666\" src=\"\/EN\/CA\/wp-content\/uploads\/Back-to-school-blogvisual-1-min.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-603578\" style=\"width:500px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.earthrangers.com\/EN\/CA\/wp-content\/uploads\/Back-to-school-blogvisual-1-min.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.earthrangers.com\/EN\/CA\/wp-content\/uploads\/Back-to-school-blogvisual-1-min-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.earthrangers.com\/EN\/CA\/wp-content\/uploads\/Back-to-school-blogvisual-1-min-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.earthrangers.com\/EN\/CA\/wp-content\/uploads\/Back-to-school-blogvisual-1-min-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.earthrangers.com\/EN\/CA\/wp-content\/uploads\/Back-to-school-blogvisual-1-min-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">For more cool ideas, check out the Creative Corner in the Earth Rangers app. There, you\u2019ll find fun ideas like how to make a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.earthrangers.com\/EN\/CA\/creative-corner\/plant-bookmarks\/\">bookmark<\/a> or a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.earthrangers.com\/EN\/CA\/creative-corner\/froggy-pencil-holder\/\">pencil holder<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Ready to take your detective skills to the next level? Join the Carbon Footprint Investigation mission today and find even more ways to shrink your carbon footprint!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"529\" height=\"632\" src=\"\/EN\/CA\/wp-content\/uploads\/CFI-logo.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-57794\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.earthrangers.com\/EN\/CA\/wp-content\/uploads\/CFI-logo.png 529w, https:\/\/www.earthrangers.com\/EN\/CA\/wp-content\/uploads\/CFI-logo-251x300.png 251w, https:\/\/www.earthrangers.com\/EN\/CA\/wp-content\/uploads\/CFI-logo-352x420.png 352w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 529px) 100vw, 529px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-black-color has-text-color\"> Did you know you can lower your carbon footprint by making smarter choices when you shop? Learn more in the <strong>Carbon Footprint Investigation Mission<\/strong> in the Earth Rangers App!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"173\" src=\"\/EN\/CA\/wp-content\/uploads\/Mondo-sponsorplate-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-602829\" style=\"width:500px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.earthrangers.com\/EN\/CA\/wp-content\/uploads\/Mondo-sponsorplate-1.png 600w, https:\/\/www.earthrangers.com\/EN\/CA\/wp-content\/uploads\/Mondo-sponsorplate-1-300x87.png 300w, https:\/\/www.earthrangers.com\/EN\/CA\/wp-content\/uploads\/Mondo-sponsorplate-1-150x43.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Carbon Footprint Investigation: School Supply Edition Earth Rangers, let\u2019s get ready for school with a twist\u2014by being Earth-friendly! Use your investigation skills to prepare for the new school year with supplies that are better for the planet or can help lower your carbon footprint. We\u2019ve created a handy guide below to help! 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