How to Go Green and Spread Green Holiday Cheer ![woman-an-d]()
Holidays are good times filled with joy, candles, twinkling lights, tasty treats, and most importantly time spent with family and friends. This is also a time when many of us use the U.S. Mail™ more than ever. Simply because, it is a great way to connect with our loved ones. Whether you are sending holiday greetings cards or a special package filled with fun toys, that one-of-kind holiday sweater or your amazing homemade cookies. The Postal Service ® is here to help celebrate – in a green way.
The employees of the postal service’s sustainability team are ever conscious of mother earth and dedicated to spreading green holiday cheer. So why not green your holidays by incorporating some of these eco-friendly tips into your gift giving strategy this year?
Eco-friendly Ideas for the Holidays
Use uncommon wrapping materials for your presents. A pretty scarf can double as a chic wrap for a special holiday gift.
Have you ever considered reusing wrapping paper? There are tons of DIY ways to turn used wrapping paper into something new. You can also try your hand at reusing other holiday décor such as paper origami, holiday banners, and bows.
Shredded paper, old newspapers or even used gift wrap makes for great cushioning material for your holiday packages. These materials can also protect your favorite holiday decorations when you store them away for next year.
Green Packaging Options from The U.S. Postal Service
The Postal Service’s Priority Mail ® packaging is recyclable and can be ordered online or picked up at any Post Office ™ for Free. This packaging meets Sustainable Forestry Initiative®(SFI)®, Cradle to Cradle®(C2C)® or Forest Stewardship Council®(FSC)® certification standards. Visit Shipping Supplies on our website to order today.
You can also skip a trip to the Post Office™ by ordering free packaging, printing shipping labels and scheduling a package pickup from home. Visit the Holiday area of our website for your mailing needs – all from the comfort of your own home while sipping cocoa in your favorite holiday pajamas!
One last thing…our Forever® postage stamps are also 100% recyclable.
2016 Best Holiday Shipping Dates
With the holidays just around the corner, The Postal Service recommends the following mailing and shipping dates for expected delivery by December 25*.
Dec. 20 – First Class-Mail ®
Dec. 21 – Priority Mail®
Dec. 23 – Priority Mail Express®
Sounds like a perfectly Sustainable Holiday delivered from the U.S. Postal Service —enjoy!
*Actual delivery date may vary and is based on origin, destination, Post Office facility acceptance time, and other conditions.
Priority Mail Express Shipments mailed December 22 through December 25, the money-back guarantee applies only if the shipment was not delivered, or delivery was not attempted, within two (2) business days.
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