Blog entries: Packaging

Every new computer and piece of electronics in your home or office probably comes packaged in expanded polystyrene (EPS), the lightweight white material often referred to as styrofoam. And because EPS pieces are molded for a specific purpose, they are not useful after you have unpacked your new laptop or monitor and often end up in the landfill.

Each year looks a little greener to us. In early 2004, Citizen Studio sent out canvas bags to our clients and friends to help alleviate the need for paper or plastic ones. We were thrilled to hear that people were actually using them for groceries, a trip to the mall, or other things that reduced disposable bag use. (One lucky bag actually made it to Cortona, Italy for the UGA summer program.)