JOYFUL GREEN LIVING IDEAS
More than ever, we see and hear information that raises our awareness as to how all life on earth is interconnected. In order for each of us to live a healthy life. we need to participate in evey way we can to make our human activities sustainable. There are enormous challenges facing our planet, to reverse the rise in carbon dioxide emissions, and to keep toxic matter from causing additional damage to our environment.
We can all do our part in helping to keep toxic household waste out of landfills and water sources. We can help tremendously by recycling paper, plastic, glass, metals and other recyclable materials.
Ideas for Reducing Waste and Caring For Our Environment:
> Keep plenty of reusable grocery bags in your car and use them
at every store.
> Use paper or fabric bags in place of plastic.
> Try to recycle all plastic products to keep them out of landfills.
> Wash and reuse plastic food storage bags until they wear out.
This can save money on expensive zip-lock baggies.
> It is important to keep trash picked up and placed in trash
receptacles. Not only does it help beautify our environment,
but there is less chance of it causing harm to the environment or
our fellow creatures.
> Look for nontoxic and biodegradable household cleansers and
personal care products; use them in place of traditional products
that contain harsh chemicals and harmful ingredients.
How to Stay Green While Traveling:
Pack Light: Your luggage is weighed at check in so that the amount of fuel needed for the flight can be calculated.Simple mathematics suggests that when it comes to luggage and emissions, less is more. Take only what you need!
Air Travel Ticketing: Choose an electronic ticket instead of a paper one –one sheet of paper saved!
At The Hotel: During your stay, try not to waste energy unnecessarily. Turn off the TV, switch all the lights off and turn the a/c or heat down when you go out. Also, opt for short showers and use your own toiletries instead of the hotel toiletries.
Use Public Transportation: Instead of taking a taxi each time you leave the hotel, consider the public buses –it can be a great way of getting about.
Offset your carbon footprint: A carbon footprint is a measure of the impact our activities have on the environment, and relates to the amount of greenhouse gases produced in our daily lives through burning fossil fuels for electricity, heating and transportation, etc. To help protect and restore the places that travelers visit, companies like Delta, Continental Airlines, Travelocity and Enterprise Car Rental are partnering with different offset programs. When you book your travel, you can make a contribution to plant trees (or other conservation efforts) to offset the carbon emissions that result from your flight. Check with your air carrier to see if they offer a program. There are several carbon offset programs that individuals can use at home as well; here are just two: http://www.carbonfund.org/ and http://www.terrapass.com/.
We can all do our part in helping to keep toxic household waste out of landfills and water sources. We can help tremendously by recycling paper, plastic, glass, metals and other recyclable materials.
Ideas for Reducing Waste and Caring For Our Environment:
> Keep plenty of reusable grocery bags in your car and use them
at every store.
> Use paper or fabric bags in place of plastic.
> Try to recycle all plastic products to keep them out of landfills.
> Wash and reuse plastic food storage bags until they wear out.
This can save money on expensive zip-lock baggies.
> It is important to keep trash picked up and placed in trash
receptacles. Not only does it help beautify our environment,
but there is less chance of it causing harm to the environment or
our fellow creatures.
> Look for nontoxic and biodegradable household cleansers and
personal care products; use them in place of traditional products
that contain harsh chemicals and harmful ingredients.
How to Stay Green While Traveling:
Pack Light: Your luggage is weighed at check in so that the amount of fuel needed for the flight can be calculated.Simple mathematics suggests that when it comes to luggage and emissions, less is more. Take only what you need!
Air Travel Ticketing: Choose an electronic ticket instead of a paper one –one sheet of paper saved!
At The Hotel: During your stay, try not to waste energy unnecessarily. Turn off the TV, switch all the lights off and turn the a/c or heat down when you go out. Also, opt for short showers and use your own toiletries instead of the hotel toiletries.
Use Public Transportation: Instead of taking a taxi each time you leave the hotel, consider the public buses –it can be a great way of getting about.
Offset your carbon footprint: A carbon footprint is a measure of the impact our activities have on the environment, and relates to the amount of greenhouse gases produced in our daily lives through burning fossil fuels for electricity, heating and transportation, etc. To help protect and restore the places that travelers visit, companies like Delta, Continental Airlines, Travelocity and Enterprise Car Rental are partnering with different offset programs. When you book your travel, you can make a contribution to plant trees (or other conservation efforts) to offset the carbon emissions that result from your flight. Check with your air carrier to see if they offer a program. There are several carbon offset programs that individuals can use at home as well; here are just two: http://www.carbonfund.org/ and http://www.terrapass.com/.
GREEN PRODUCT IDEAS
Ecofriendly Wholesale and Retail Products:
Reusable lunch totes and sandwich
bags
Stainless steel bottles
Cleaning products
Body products
Produce bags
Pet litter bags
BPA free bottles
Solar chargers
Laundry products
Facial products
Body butters
Biodegradable bags
Compost bags
Gift wrap
Air fresheners
Soaps
Stain removers
Bug sprays
...and more
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