What are 100 ways to save the environment?
The good news is that there are countless things you can do to make the world a better place. Some of these include recycling, avoiding food waste, buying items with less packaging, throwing old stuff in the compost bin and many more.
RECYCLING
Recycling conserves natural resources, reduces pollution and saves energy. It involves sorting and cleaning up trash to produce “secondary materials” – mainly glass, paper, metal and plastic – for reuse in products.
BUYING WITH LESS WASTE
When shopping, consider the product-to-packaging ratio and choose larger containers instead of several smaller ones. Purchasing package-free foods and household goods also minimizes the amount of packaging needed to ship items.
REDUCE FAT AND WASTE
Limiting the consumption of fat and sugar is one way to conserve energy and cut down on greenhouse gas emissions. It’s also easier on the environment and your wallet to buy organic foods.
PLAN A TREE
Trees absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen into the atmosphere, which helps to fight climate change. They also provide shade for your home, which can lower your energy costs by about 10-15%.
EAT LOCALLY and IN LARGE numbers
When it comes to food, buying local can cut transportation emissions by about 50%! This not only cuts down on gas consumption, but it can help to jump start your community economically.
USE CARPOOLING
Carpooling is a great way to save time and gas, as well as the planet. Just find companionable people who make the same trips as you and take the opportunity to go together on short errands or commute to work.