The standard DVD packaging is called a “keep case” – as in, “keeping around in the environment for a long, long time.”

Aren’t there any more eco-friendly DVD case alternatives? The blog Seven Generational Ruminations did some research on the subject, and came up with these options:

• The digipak. It contains some plastic, but is mostly cardboard.

• The Discbox Slider, which is described as 100% recyclable.

Of course, with the popularity of streaming online video and direct-to-download movies, we might one day be keeping our film collections on our keychains. But until then, we can all make our digital experience just a little more green!

Or, you can fold your own DVD or CD case. 

-Valerie