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Think about preparing plenty of lemonade or iced tea in advance, ready to serve in pitchers for your guests. If adult beverages are on the menu, suggest opting for growlers instead of single-use bottles or cans, either by providing them yourself or encouraging guests to bring their own. It would also be a good idea to opt out of using straws.

Regular barbecuing can lead to grease accumulating on the grill plates and inside the grease tray. Without proper cleaning, this buildup can ignite during use, posing a fire hazard. Make it a habit to clean your charcoal or gas grill after each use, using a grill brush and remember to empty the grease tray once it starts to fill up. Also, cleaning your grill to remove the charred, stuck-on bits before you cook is good for reducing smoke.

To further minimize your carbon footprint, consider transitioning to a natural gas grill, which is a cleaner alternative to propane. You can also explore converting your current propane grill to use natural gas. Another eco-friendly option is a pellet grill, provided it utilizes dry, high-quality wood scraps. Ensuring the pellet grill remains free of carbon buildup and grease is essential for generating clean smoke.

Opting for gas or pellet grills for your next cookout allows you to grill while prioritizing environmental sustainability!

While cooking, always close the lid of the grill to expedite the cooking process and minimize CO2 emissions. Additionally, when the grill is not in use but still warm, remember to turn off the gas to conserve energy.

To effortlessly reduce emissions, switch off the grill immediately after your food is cooked. When using charcoal, don't allow the coals to burn down after cooking, which can emit emissions for hours with no purpose. Instead, after cooking, simply close the grill lid and shut any vents or baffles. This will swiftly extinguish the lit coals, leaving behind a basket of partially used charcoal for your next grilling session.

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Using petroleum-based lighter fluid releases additional petrochemicals into the atmosphere.

Here are some alternatives: Chimney starters, when used with crumpled newspaper or wood-based kindling pods, offer a great alternative. Alternatively, electric charcoal lighters provide another option, albeit requiring proximity to an outlet.

Use what you can reuse or compost because one of the main parts of waste at cookouts are disposable plates, cups, and utensils. Also, keep in mind that using a dishwasher can use less water than handwashing.

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