Happy New Year

It’s a new year which means time to make some resolutions.  Why not make a resolution to be more green this year?  Why not go vegetarian, or at least cut back on your meat intake?  Going green is so easy; here are a couple things you can do to better the environment.

Read labels.  Reading food labels might take a few minutes, but it’s worth it to know what something’s made of — and it will help you avoid chemicals and additives that may not be good for you, or the planet.

Recycle.  An easy one.  Recycling cuts back on the amount of trash that would end up in landfills and allows for the reuse of materials.  Most communities offer recycling at no extra cost.

Clean green.   By not buying paper towels, the amount of garbage you produce can be decreased by up to two-thirds.  Also, consider cutting out cleaning products with harsh chemicals.  Natural products do get the job done, and they smell good- plus they’re way better for the environment.

Carpool.   It can’t be mentioned enough when it comes to going green.  Also to save gas, make lists so you don’t forget anything and have to go back, buy in bulk, and call stores ahead of time to make sure they have what you need.

Buy local.  Buying locally reduces the need for shipping and cuts back on fuel consumption.  And when it comes to local produce, nothing beats the fresh taste of a local fruit or vegetable.