Three Helpful Environmental Protections Tips

There is a current push to "go green" and it couldn't have come at a better time

. Our world is constantly being exploited for her natural resources and unless we step up to the plate and do our part to ensure that proper care is taken, we might find that there aren't any resources left. As consumers and inhabitants of earth, there are certain steps we can take to ensure that our footprint is minimal. If you follow the advice given below, chances are that you will be on your way to doing your part to keep our earth green and beautiful.

1. Recycle

The admonishment to recycle has been recited so often that it has almost become a cliche. However, the importance of recycling cannot be overstated. Countless trees and other natural resources can be preserved if people would simply participate in their local recycling program. Also, it is also important to buy products made from recycled materials. If you can start recycling today, even in a small capacity, you will have the peace of mind of knowing that you are doing your part to preserve our beautiful world for the next generation.

2. Conserve

Have you ever seen a neighbor's sprinkler system drenching their lawn during a rain storm? What an unnecessary waste of water! Conservation goes hand-in-hand with recycling: it is reducing the use of a resource in order to ensure that the use of said resource can be maintained. Conservation can be as simple as turning off the water when you are soaping up in the shower. Just ask yourself this question: could I be using less and still get the same result? If the answer is yes, then cut out the extraneous portion and you will be on your way to conserving!

3. Be Energy Efficient

Being energy efficient is easy and can save you a lot of money. Whether you want to replace the light bulbs in your home or drive an electric car, the effort level you put forth in being energy efficient is up to you. Not only will you save on your electric bills, but being energy efficient can also get you a larger tax refund. Many energy efficient products such as clothes washers, air conditioners, and water heaters offer a tax rebate with purchase.

The three tips given above will put you on your way to protecting the environment. They may seem simple, but they are effective. Being a good steward of earth is not complicated, you simply need to be aware of your consumption levels and make sure you are doing all you can to give back to our planet. If everyone would follow these three pieces of advice, our world will be healthy for generations to come.

by: Art Gib

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