This month we are going to reuse a challenge. We have picked this challenge to reuse due to it's importance. We cannot have enough awareness and practice when it comes to reducing, reusing and recycling.
When you become aware of the 3 R's you will find many ways to help save our Earth. Here are some suggestions to help you get you started on this month's challenge. If you have any other ideas...please send us an email, or comment on our post and let's find ways to help our dying planet.
Reduce:
*reduce energy by turning off lights and unplugging electronics and appliances
*reduce water by turning off the tap when you are brushing your teeth, by taking shorter showers and being water conscience when washing dishes
*reduce paper cups by taking your own mugs to coffee shops or making your own coffee
*reduce emissions by not idling your car
*reduce garbage by recycling and starting a compost for fruits and vegetables
*reduce emissions by walking to work, taking the bus, biking or carpooling
Reuse:
*reuse containers from home (replace plastics with glass)
*reuse ziploc bags and other plastic bags
*reuse items in your home by lending (see lendlist.org)
Recycle:
*take the time to wash out containers and put them in the blue box
*recycle newspapers and magazines by bringing them to work for friends to enjoy
*recycle items such as toilet paper rolls, buttons etc. by donating them to a local school for art projects
*become aware of our recycling program and the Numbers associated with containers
*return bottles and containers to the Bottle Depot
Good luck on this reused challenge!
