Going green is really cliché right now. Dont get me wrong I am all baout the preservation of our world, but dont make it into a fashion statement. Way before it became the new "dont-eat-anything" in the lifestyles section I had been called a tree-hugger and a naturaulist. Now those same words (well maybe not naturaulist) are the new "that's hot". Anyways here are some tips on being enivromentaly friendly.
~Wait until you have a full load before using your washing machine
~Recycle wherever possible
~Put a plug in the basin and sink, leaving hot water taps running is wasteful
~Use the shower rather than the bath - you’ll use an average 80 litres less water (make it shorter girls)
~Use environmentally friendly cleaning products
~Remember to turn-off lights when you leave the room
~Use low energy light bulbs. They last up to 15 times longer and can reduce lighting costs over the lifetime of the bulb
~Switch off your TV, video, DVD player, computer and stereo when not in use. They still use power on standby mode
~Turn off the tap when brushing teeth or shaving (or any other faucet-related activities)
~Use biodegradable cat litter(it can be flushed!)
~Plug in a laptop, not a desktop
~Reuse everything (as long as it is not hazardous)
~When you’re out, carry a water bottle with you
~Don’t idle
~Donate old cell phones
~Avoid styrofoam, its not biodegradable and bleached coffee filters, it contaminates groundwater and air
~Although tropical hardwood (teak and mahogany) are beautiful and long-lasting increasing demands for these is decreasing our forests so avoid these as well
These I have all gotten off various websites about enviromentaly friendly tips. I realize not everyone follows them, but its always nice to know. If I find any more I will be sure to post them
 mermaidofmyth · Mon Sep 01, 2008 @ 03:30am · 0 Comments |
