5 Tips for Green Shipping on Green Monday (or any other day)

The second Monday of December was designated "Green Monday," by e-bay in 2007, and it's consistently one of the top spending days of the season. So it's “Green” as in for dollars, but you can also be “Green” for shipping by following these 5 simple tips:

1. Re-use that old box, but remove ALL labels and stickers, and make sure the cardboard has not started to break down

2. This year, styrofoam peanuts are out. Shredded paper is in. Bubble wrap, is well, on the bubble...

3. Get packages out in the morning to allow time for processing and avoid the afternoon rush

4. Food is usually best shipped early in the week to avoid layovers on weekends

5. Don't wait to ship, you will pay higher rates

For online shipping, retailers have varying deadlines that have started and some extend through Dec. 22. On Friday, Dec. 16, participating merchants will offer free shipping with delivery by Christmas Eve.

Of course whenever possible, check out your local small businesses' gift offerings. They depend on your support!

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