Jan
24
Going Green 101
Recently at the grocery store I overheard a comment that got me thinking.
“There is so much information out there about going green, it is almost like an information overload. “
I am sure like the person mentioned above there are many out there who feel this way. There are so many things that we can do, that the task seems overwhelming, and many times people will throw up their hands in frustration and say why bother? Some will give up before they have even started.
So my question to you is - If you were in a conversation with someone who has not yet taken the green step, but wanted to, what words of wisdom would you give to them? If you could list just one thing to that person which would help them get started, what would it be be?
Originally posted January 24, 2009
| January 24th, 2009 at 10:06 am
I would say to them just take it one step at a time. Start with something simple. Later add more as you go along once you’re used to what you’re doing, change it up and add more. Eventually you will hit a point that you feel is your comfort level and you will stay there. You don’t have to go whole hog, every little bit helps.
| January 26th, 2009 at 12:24 am
Like Gortday, I’d just say take it one step at a time and remember it doesn’t have to break the bank (tends to be a deterrent).
Then I suggest starting with their cleaners. The reason is this. one of the most toxic things we bring in our homes is cleaners for the bathroom, kitchen, laundry, etc. However, if they just start by replacing those items then the rest will just fall into place. Many people don’t realize that ‘green’ can be clean. If green can be clean then wow… imagine what everything else can do… it’s how I got my mom started and she’s on a majorily tight budget.
| January 26th, 2009 at 6:51 am
Turn out a light! Seriously even just turning out one light in your house can make a big difference.
| January 26th, 2009 at 9:03 am
Follow the three R’s - reduce, reuse and recycle
| January 28th, 2009 at 12:13 am
Well lets see I would say “inch by inch, every thing is a cinch” start with one thing. Be it food or less waste. Buy organic milk or butter because you use it a lot, the price is a buck or two difference, then start changing over other house hold things you use a lot of. If you try one new greener way a month it is affordable and more friendly to you your family and our world.
Good Luck!
| February 7th, 2009 at 6:49 pm
I would say don’t trust corporations to go green for us. really going green means going green on a local and community level.
| March 16th, 2009 at 4:03 am
I would talk about how we are all connected as a community…our actions affect others and we can make a difference. I would suggest that each person START somewhere…anywhere that has significance to them. Be aware of your actions, of wasteful habits, and of opportunities to be more efficient. Talk to your friends about “green living”…network…learn…pass it on. I would suggest a few informative websites such as http://www.healthyhouseinstitute.com for starters. You don’t have to do everything…just do something.