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ELIMINATION OF SINGLE-USE ITEMS
1. Eliminate Single-Use Water Bottles and Provide Water Refill Stations
2. Eliminate Plastic Straws
3. Serve Food with Plastic-Free Dinnerware
4. Skip Bags or Go Reusable
5. Award Practical Items or Use a Perpetual or Upcycled Trophy
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
6. Publicize Your Sustainability Efforts
7. Involve Local Organizations
8. Post Educational and Reusable Signage
9. Serve Local Food or Source Seafood Sustainably
RESPONSIBLE WASTE MANAGEMENT
10. Organize A Green Team
11. Ensure Proper Waste Bin Placement and Signage
12. Divert Food Waste from the Landfill
13. Use Paperless Event Management
ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP
14. Host a Beach or Marina Clean-up
15. Prevent Toxins from Entering the Water
16. Increase Awareness of Wildlife and Habitat Protection
17. Offer Vegetarian or Vegan Alternatives
CLIMATE AWARENESS
18. Promote Alternative Transportation
19. Reduce Day-of Emissions
20. Inspire Future Action