Tuesday, December 15, 2009

FIGHTING THE CLIMATE CHANGE !!!


Everyone wants to 'go green' but are we really working towards it not really.I feel we should do something about it. Here is what few things that every one of us should follow from today to help reduce your environmental impact, so that we can save money , live happier and more importantly healthier life.First and foremost that I learnt and experienced along with my soul-are the concepts of
Save water to save money.
--> Shorter showers to reduce water use. This will lower your water and heating bills too.
--> When you wash your hands at wash basin try to install sensor type washbasin's or else here is the thing when you are washing your hand with soap don't let the water flow until you are going to use it keep it closed at what ever stage. This can be seen even in your day to day activities like while brushing your teeth, a person may be brushing his teeth but the water may be flowing not knowing when he/ she would use the tap.

Less gas = more money (and better health!).

--> Walk or bike to work. This saves on gas and parking costs while improving your cardiovascular health and reducing your risk of obesity.

Be bright about light

--> Make it a habit to turn off the lights when you're leaving any room for 15 minutes or more and utilize natural light when you can.

--> Make it a policy to buy Energy saving lightbulbs ( CFL ) and fixtures, which use at least two-thirds less energy than regular lighting, we could also use timers or motion sensors lamps that automatically shut off lights when they're not needed or when there is no object around it.

Maximize computer efficiency

Make it a habit to turn off your computer—and the power strip it's plugged into—when you leave for the day. Otherwise, you're still burning energy even if you're not burning the midnight oil.

Go paperless when possible

Make it a habit to think before you print: could this be read or stored online instead? When you receive unwanted catalogs, newsletters, magazines, or junk mail, request to be removed from the mailing list before you recycle the item.

Stop using disposable bags – order some reusable bags, or make your own
Pay as many bills as possible online.
Unplug unused chargers and appliances.
Collect rainwater, and use it to water your houseplants and garden.
Use cloth napkins daily instead of paper.