Green Living: 10 Simple Choices for a Healthier Planet

Green Living Contributes to a More Sustainable Future for Coming Generations

You may be wondering what green living is all about.  Why has it become increasingly important?

Choosing to live a green lifestyle is so important because it reduces our reliance on non-renewable sources; energy and fossil fuels. Making the change to live green also reduces the number of harmful toxins that make their way into the environment. It is a way of contributing to a more sustainable future for coming generations.

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Ten Simple Things You Can Do to Help Protect the Planet

Rain Barrels - Rain barrels capture water from a roof and hold it for later use such as on lawns, gardens or indoor plants

1. Reduce, reuse, and recycle. Cut down on what you throw away. Follow the three "R's" to conserve natural resources and landfill space.

2. Volunteer. Volunteer for cleanups in your community. You can get involved in protecting your watershed, too.

3. Educate. When you further your own education, you can help others understand the importance and value of our natural resources.

4. Conserve water. The less water you use, the less runoff and wastewater that eventually end up in the ocean.

5. Choose sustainable. Learn how to make smart seafood choices at www.fishwatch.gov.

6. Shop wisely. Buy less plastic and bring a reusable shopping bag.

7. Use long-lasting light bulbs. Energy efficient light bulbs reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Also flip the light switch off when you leave the room!

8. Plant a tree. Trees provide food and oxygen. They help save energy, clean the air, and help combat climate change.

9. Don't send chemicals into our waterways. Choose non-toxic chemicals in the home and office.

10. Bike more. Drive less.

Kitchen Compost Bin - Reusing your food scraps to make kitchen compost is an elegant, simple solution that has several positive benefits. It helps in the reduction of greenhouse gases, supports the greening of your community, and your plants will go nuts for its rich nutrients!

Green living is a sustainable way to help reduce the negative impact by conserving and preserving the Earth's natural resources and habitats.

Source: the National Ocean Service