Eco-Friendly Guide: Ten Daily Suggestions for a Greener Lifestyle
In an effort to live a more sustainable life, contributing writer Tammy Strobel shares her top 10 eco-friendly tips for everyday living. From sustainable transportation to reducing plastic use, these tips aim to help individuals make a positive impact on the environment.
- Sustainable Transportation: Embrace biking or walking when possible, use public transit, carpool, or combine errands to reduce trips. Maintain vehicles for better fuel efficiency and consider electric or hybrid cars.
- Shop Locally: Support farmers’ markets and local artisans to reduce transportation emissions, boost local economy, and encourage seasonal eating.
- Conserving Energy: Use energy-efficient appliances and lighting (like LED bulbs), unplug devices when not in use, install programmable thermostats, and opt for renewable energy sources if available.
- Reducing Plastic Use: Carry reusable bags, water bottles, and containers; avoid single-use plastics; choose products with minimal or compostable packaging.
- Composting: Compost organic kitchen scraps and yard waste to reduce landfill waste and create nutrient-rich soil for gardening.
- Picking Up Trash: Organize or join local clean-up events in parks, beaches, or neighborhoods to reduce pollution and protect wildlife.
- Volunteering: Participate in environmental groups, tree planting, or community gardening projects to foster ecological restoration and awareness.
- Voting and Advocating: Support policies and leaders who prioritize sustainability, climate action, and environmental protection; engage in conversations and use social media to raise awareness.
- Volunteer with local community events: Connecting with your community through volunteering can build social trust and foster a sense of unity in promoting sustainability.
- Explore eco-friendly podcasts and talks: Listening to podcasts like "How to Save a Planet" and "How to find joy in climate action" can provide valuable information and inspiration for living sustainably.
In addition to these tips, Tammy Strobel recommends considering adopting a shampoo bar, refillable water bottles, and avoiding plastic packaging. She also encourages readers to delve into books on sustainability and eco-friendly living, such as "All We Can Save", "The Story of Stuff", "Plastic Free", and "Secondhand: Travels in the New Global Garage Sale".
As a testament to her commitment to sustainable living, Tammy Strobel even took an online class about sashiko, a Japanese art of visible mending, and continues to advocate for environmental issues through voting and non-partisan organizations. By following these tips and staying curious about sustainable living, we can all make a difference in our communities and the world.
- Adopting a shampoo bar and refillable water bottles can help reduce plastic consumption, promoting sustainable living.
- Tammy Strobel advocates for readers to delve into books on sustainability, such as "All We Can Save" and "Secondhand: Travels in the New Global Garage Sale."
- To further support eco-friendly living, consider volunteering for organizations that focus on environmental issues and climate action.
- In line with sustainable living, opt for books on environmental science, like "The Story of Stuff" and "Plastic Free," to expand your knowledge.
- Embrace Japanese art of visible mending, sashiko, as a testament to personal commitment towards sustainable living and environmental protection.
