10 Things You Can do for the Environment

I don’t know if its the new year , the economy, or just another one of those days when I start thinking, “Maybe I could do a little more for the big mamma earth.”  The more I think about greener choices, the more I realize how much they simplify my life.  I love a win-win.  That’s why I keep thinking, “Hmm… what more can I do?”

So if you’re hungry for little changes with big impacts, well here you go – 10 things you can do for the environment.

rockies in the winter

1.  Use greener, more natural cleaners.

2.  Reduce first.  Then reuse.  And then recycle.

3.  Try walking instead of driving for every errand that within a mile of your house.  It’s really relaxing, and your kids can come, too.

4.  Carry a rolled fabric bag in your purse (like one of these I quickly sewed myself) so you don’t have to turn to plastic or paper bags for various purchases.

5.  Call up catalogue companies and unsubscribe from their mailing lists if their catalogues just land in your trash/recycling pile.

toxic-cleaners

6. Use the dishwasher more and wash by hand less.

7.  Avoid foods with extra packaging.  Even speak up to the department or store manager at your grocery store.

8.  Make water your go-to thirst quencher.

9.  Pick environmentally friendly laundry soap.

10.  When you feel chilled, drink something hot or bake something warm instead of turning up the heat.

What are your ideas for small adjustments that are a huge deal for our little round globe?

(Images for Making This Home – both from back home in the Rocky Mountains)