101 Ways To Live More Ecologically

[ryan]

I found this useful post that i would like to share

1. Avoid disposable in favor of reusable
items.
2. Avoid drying rags in a clothes dryer.
3. Avoid power appliances when handpower works.
4. Avoid highly processed foods.
5. Avoid using styrofoam—it can't be recycled.
6. Avoid watering driveways and sidewalks.
7. Be responsible and creative with leftover foods.
8. Buy in bulk goods to reduce wasted packaging.
9. Buy energy efficient electric appliances.
10. Buy foods without additives.
11. Buy foods without preservatives.
12. Buy food and goods from sources you trust
13. Buy large quantities to reduce shopping trips.
14. Buy living Christmas trees.
15. Buy locally grown food and produce.
16. Buy organic, pesticide-free foods.
17. Compost your food scraps.
18. Discover and protect watersheds in your area,
19. Don't burn trash or other smoky materials.
20. Drain cooking grease onto paper bags, not paper towels.
21. Drive a fuel-efficient car.
22. Drive less: walk, bicycle, carpooland use public transportation.

23. Eat foods low on the food chain; avoid meat.
24. Eat more natural, nutritious foods.
25. Educate elected representatives on ecology.
26. Exercise regularly.
27. Explore and learn about your bioregion.
28. Grow your own food, even a small amount.
29. Hang dry some or all of your clothes.
30. Heat your home less and wear warmer clothes.
31. Heat your home more with renewable energies.
32. Hold a potluck dinner to discuss local ecology.
33. If you use a dishwasher, turn off the drying cycle.
34. Install a water-conserving device in your toilets.
35. Install a water-conserving showerhead.
36. Insulate your home to maximum efficiency.
37. Invest for social responsibility as well as profit.
38. Invest in solar power, where practical.
39. Invest in well-made, long-lived clothing.
40. Keep hazardous chemicals in safe containers.
41. Keep appliance motors well adjusted for efficiency.
42. Mend and repair rather than discard and replace.
43. Oppose meddling in ecological balance.
44. Oppose private development of special areas.
45. Oppose roadside use of defoliants.
46. Organize or join a neighborhood toy exchange.

47. Pick up litter along streets and highways.
48. Plant native trees and shrubs around your home.
49. Plant trees throughout your community.
50. Plant your living Christmas tree.
51. Practice preventive health care.
52. Practice responsible family planning.
53. Prepare only as much food as will be eaten.
54. Protect your favorite distinctive natural areas.
55. Purchase goods in reusable/recyclable containers.
56. Put a catalytic converter on your wood stove.
57. Put toxic substances out of reach of children.
58. Recycle aluminum.
59. Recycle glass.
60. Recycle newspaper.
61. Recycle old clothes.
62. Recycle plastic.
63. Recycle used motor oil.
64. Recycle your unneeded items.
65. Re-use paper bags.
66. Re-use plastic bags for storage and waste.
67. Save up for full loads in clothes washers.
68. Save up for full loads in dishwasher.
69. Shop by phone, then go pick up your purchases.
70. Speak out about your values in community groups.
71. Support efficient energy sources in your bioregion.
72. Support elected representatives on ecological issues.
73. Support energy conservation in your bioregion.

74. Support global ecological improvement efforts.
75. Support local credit unions.
76. Support local merchants before large chains.
77. Support neighborhood food cooperatives.
78. Support proper waste water and sewage treatment.
79. Support the cultural diversity in your bioregion.
80. Support the plants and animals in your community.
81. Take shorter showers.
82. Teach your children ecological wisdom.
83. Turn down the thermostat on your water heater.
84. Turn off the lights when not needed.
85. Turn off the water while you brush your teeth.
86. Use biodegradable soaps and detergents.
87. Use cloth diapers.
88. Use cloth table napkins.
89. Use less tapwater whenever possible.
90. Use non-toxic pest control.
91. Use only medications you trust/understand.
92. Use rags or towels instead of paper.
93. Use rechargeable batteries.
94. Use the second side of paper for scratch paper.
95. Use water from cooking vegetables to make soup.
96. Volunteer for work in a community garden.
97. Volunteer to maintain local parks and wilderness.
98. Wash clothes in cold water.
99. Wash dishes in still, not running water.
100. Weather-seal your home.
101. Work to unlearn poor ecological habits.

[natalie]

This is quite a list for me to start following all at once but I can surely start with the first few & move on down the list. This would definitely bring me a step closer to being completely eco-friendly.

[Troceegeher]

A few years ago I have a good Protein Supplements but don't remamber the
name of it.
If I good remember it wos a product manufactured by Polish company [url=http://www.odzywki-warszawa.pl]odżywki[/url]
but now I can't find it.
Do you know where can I buy od¿ywki's products? I was looking in polish
on-line shops but no result.
If you don't know this company Could you please recommend me other good
protein supplements?

I will be grateful for any suggestions
Best Regards

[sueerassmus]

Here is information on a class teaching how to live a healthier lifestyle:

Health and the environment workshop in South Side
A Human Health and the Environment Workshop presented by the Pennsylvania Resources Council in partnership with CCI Center for Environmental Oncology will take place on Wednesday, Aug. 11. The class will be held at the CCI Center on 64 South 14th Street from 6:30 to 8 p.m.

The Health and the Environment Workshop is designed to heighten awareness and encourage action around the issue of carcinogens and toxins that everyone comes into contact with daily in their environment through the products they use and the food they eat. The workshop also focuses on the consequences of these toxins on health and how to avoid exposure.

The program provides the public with practical solutions such as safe alternatives and healthy lifestyle choices.

In an effort to reduce exposure to toxins and to reduce the amount of toxins in the environment, all workshop participants will receive a non-toxic green cleaning kit. Cost of the workshop is $20 per person. Those interested in attending the workshop should contact Sarah Alessio at 412-488-7490 ext 236 or [email]saraha@ccicenter.org[/email]. Space is still available

[jonyboyy]

overall a good list but some of these steps are a little stupid if you ask me

[Josh44]

I don't think they're stupid at all. I mean, everything isn't for everybody. Some people will be able to use the list to do some things while others may not, and vice versa. Like public transportation; I live in the country and there is no public transit here, but if it was available, I would use it.

[Vegan]

The list in general is good but some of them are redundant. Like for example number 57 to 64 can be summarized as "recycle things that can be recycled".

I agree with Josh that some of the lists can be done by some people but if we can do some of things listed there then it can help.

[MsImpact]

Whoa! That's quite a list. I believe one doesn't necessarily have to do all of them if the situation doesn't allow it. But if one can, it would be absolutely amazing. But if everyone will try to do his/her best this world will be a much, much better better place.

[green algae]

Great tips but too long and as said earlier, some are redundant. I can only say that for these two:
[COLOR="Blue"]8. Buy in bulk goods to reduce wasted packaging.
13. Buy large quantities to reduce shopping trips.[/COLOR]
More money is wasted when I buy in bulk because it can't all be used up.
And this one:
[COLOR="Blue"]16. Buy organic, pesticide-free foods.[/COLOR]
How do we know if it is really organic?

[DerekFanscape]

An everyday tip for a greener lifestyle? Using a reusable coffee mug every time! It cuts down on waste caused from paper/plastic/styrofoam materials and saves you money!

I’m working with NBCUniversal to help raise awareness about the environment with “Mugs Save Trees” in this year's theme of Green is Universal's annual "Green Week".

Starting November 13th, NBCUniversal will bring to life the popular mantra “you don’t have to do a lot to do a lot,” with its “Mugs Save Trees” promotion both online and on the streets. Consumers are invited to upload a picture of themselves with their own reusable mug to the Green is Universal Facebook page (link below) for the chance to win a porcelain Green is Universal coffee mug signed by favorite NBCUniversal talent. Additionally, one grand prize winner will be chosen to win a trip for four to Universal Hollywood.

Green is Universal Facebook page:
https://www.facebook.com/greenisuniv...51792728253333

Let me know if anyone has any questions!

--
Derek