Under no circumstance let go of balloons outdoors, there are many alternatives to releasing balloons including lighting candles, planting flowers or trees, blowing bubbles, these options are just as good-if not better- for celebrating achievements of honouring a loved one without harming the environment.
Use reusable decoration instead of balloons, try using flags, banners, kites, garden spinners, and dancing inflatables. These options are reusable, saving you money in the long term and improving the environment.
Or use biodegradable decorations, such aspaper streamers or tissue paper pom-poms.
If you have to have balloons, go for the latex variety over mylar. While neither of these options is good for the environment, latex is better. Also, try using natural cotton string rather than plastic ribbons to tie your balloons. When you are done with the balloon, make sure to pop it and dispose of it properly.
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