Gaily wrapped gifts under the tree have been a Christmas tradition for generations.
But concerns have been raised in recent years that gift wrapping is wasteful and the trend towards zero waste has many people considering gifts that don't require wrapping or packaging, or the consumption of any scarce resources at all. Rather, people are giving services, entertainment, an activity, a charitable contribution or a gift certificate to avoid the pressure of over-consumption.
It's true this kind of gift-giving means the tree will look rather bare but this is not a sign of Scrooge-like behaviour. Instead, we simply need to change our holiday traditions.
Nevertheless, if you do want to maintain your long-held gift-giving traditions and head out to the stores this holiday season, make sure you shop local.
Where do you stand on this topic?Are you making an effort to give greener gifts for Christmas this year? Vote in our online poll.
