A world of environmental change starts with you
With Environment Week falling in June, many Canadians are looking to take action to improve the environment, whether it’s at home, work, or in their communities. With just a few simple changes in your daily routine, you can significantly reduce your carbon footprint. To ease into your new eco-friendly lifestyle, try adopting a new green practice each day of the week.
To help get you started, consider the tips below:
Monday: Walk it out
Forgot eggs at the grocery store? Out of milk? Reduce your carbon footprint by walking or biking to pick up last minute items.
Tuesday: Green your caffeine
Consider purchasing a travel mug or tumbler to cart your coffee to work. Many coffee shops offer a discount on your morning java if you bring your own thermos.
Wednesday: Go paperless
Look for ways to cut down on printing. At work, consider sending information via email. If you must, print double-sided and make sure to use recycled paper. At home, read newspapers and conduct your banking online. Consider purchasing a chalk board so the family can jot down to-do lists and keep track of activities paper free.
Thursday: Keep the pedal off the metal
Taking your foot off the pedal can do more than save you from a speeding ticket. Driving the speed limit on the highway not only saves gas, it produces less smog.
Friday: Avoid the super soaker
Instead of soaking in the tub, take a five minute shower. Showers use far less water than baths making them friendly on the environment and your wallet.
Saturday: Clean naturally
Before rolling up your sleeves and diving into your summer cleaning, pick up cleaning products that are made with plant-based, biodegradable cleaning ingredients such as those in the Green Works line. Green Works natural cleaners are a great option as they remove dirt and grime without leaving harsh chemical fumes and residues behind. More information on these cleaners can be found online at www.clorox.ca.
Sunday: Let Mother Nature dry your clothes
Make use of a sunny day and line-dry your laundry. Clothes dryers are one of the most energy inefficient household appliances.
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