How To Help Our Environment.

Oh yes, every bit counts....

Yesterday, my thoughts on saving our environment got wonderful results and comments. There are so many of us. The " wanting to have our wonderful planet around for eons " lot . We don't argue or question if or when it makes a difference...no, we just get on with it and do it !

What I tried to bring across was that it often is the little things that make all the difference. The little things that we can all do on a daily basis and not even notice it. I wonder if most people imagine that by going " green ", they have to go to rallies, hug trees and stop using deodorant etc !

No, if we just do the small tasks in another way, collectively it all adds up :

• Take the train, bus or subway...if you have the option.
• Drive your cars for longer before trading it in or buying a new one.( Here a thought provoking blog post by Mr Money Mustache about his take on us & our cars. )
• Before you throw anything away, think of recycling it.
• Switch off lights in unused rooms and bedrooms.
• Take your own shopping bag to the store. Don't use plastic bags.
• Find your neighbourhood's recycling center and start separating your rubbish.
• Buy cleaning products that don't pollute our planet too much.
• Try using more 30% wash cycles with your washing machine. It cleans clothes just as well.
• Buy local whenever you can. That alone kills two birds with one stone. You help support farmers & shops in your own area plus you save on petrol.
• Cut back on the amount of meat you eat.
• If you have a garden, use part of it to plant vegetables. Just tending to it, is therapeutic and keeps you supplied with homegrown vegetables.
• In winter, cut back on the amount and temperature of your heating system. Here is a thought: If its winter and you can run around inside your home in just your underwear...you're heating too much ! Jerseys, socks and blankets are there for a reason and are incredible romantic !

Look, the list is endless. Let me know what you would add to my list and ask your friends how they changed small things in their daily routine...

Biggi