Saving money and being eco-friendly are not mutually exclusive. In fact, being eco-friendly can often help you save money in the long run.
Raise your hand if you've ever gone into the pantry to grab ingredients for dinner, only to find the potatoes you were going to mash now have "eyes." Sure, they're a little odd looking, but are they safe to eat if you want those mashed potatoes anyway? Or should you just go ahead and send them to the dumpster?