Do your part to protect our planet, live a greener lifestyle
Do you ever find yourself wondering what you can do to make the earth greener? Making simple modifications to your day to day living can help you to become more environmentally friendly. Here are five trouble-free steps you can take to live a greener lifestyle, while saving yourself some extra cash:
Turn off energy draining appliances – Try keeping electricity cost down by turning off appliances when they’re not being used. Turn off the television; flick off the lights and shutdown the computer. These simple, yet effective steps, will help cut down on the amount of energy being used and will add some extra change to your pocket.
Use your compost- A lot of us have the tendency to throw out things that are biodegradable. With the gardening season upon us, why not try composting. Familiarize yourself with the kinds of waste that can be composted like coffee grounds, vegetables and paper towels. Using the composting system will not only scale down the amount of garbage you throw out, but will also provide you with nutrient-rich soil for your garden. Try contacting your local municipality to see if there are composting programs in your area.
Grow your own veggies – Ready, set, plant. If you have large garden or a tiny planter on your porch, why not try growing your own vegetables. This eco-friendly, cost-effective measure allows you to plant the vegetables you like without having to worry about the use of pesticides. Lettuce, tomatoes and peppers can be used in many food recipes and growing them is easy. Visit your local gardening centre to learn more about how to grow a successful vegetable patch.
Make a green contribution - The environment is a problem that affects us all. Many people live in poverty who are unable protect their environment. Why not give an eco-friendly gift through the World Vision Gift Catalogue (
WorldVision.ca/gifts) and help someone become less dependent on things like firewood and electricity. Instead these gifts teach them techniques to persevere their environment. Gifts like a wood-conserving stove for a family or solar panels for a school or clinic in a developing country help to provide opportunities and environmental sustainability.
Cut down on your water usage – Conserving water isn’t a hard thing to do. It means being more conscious about how much water you are using and what for. This summer, why not water your lawn once a week instead of everyday? This can help to conserve water and will help save money on your water and energy bills. Another quick tip, is storing water in your refrigerator rather than allowing the tap run if you want a cold glass of water.
