April 22nd. – Earth Day

Some of Earth Day Canada’s actions to reduce your impact on the environment:

Smart shopping

Buy what you need, not what you want

-Consider renting and borrowing things that are seldom needed

-Buy used items from garage sales and second-hand stores

Simple savers

-Replace incandescent light bulbs with LEDs

-Use aerators on faucets and shower heads

-Weatherstrip windows and doors

Transportation alternatives

-Walk, cycle, car pool and use public transportation

-When driving, reduce idling and maintain correct tire pressure

-Consider car-sharing programs or renting

Food choices

-Choose local and organic foods that are in season, and support local food producers

-Eat less meat

Washing & drying

-Wash full loads of clothes in cold water and hang to air dry •

 Heating and cooling

-For summer air conditioning, set your thermostat to 24°C or 25°C

-For winter heating, set your thermostat to 19°C or 20°C

-Install ceiling fans and programmable thermostats

Close to home

-Vacation, travel and work as close to home as possible

Bathroom basic

-Take short showers instead of baths

-Close water taps while brushing your teeth

Careful cleaning

-Choose natural, non-toxic cleaning products

-Make simple, natural cleaners with ingredients like vinegar, baking soda and water

Don’t discard

-Donate, reuse and recycle items before throwing them into the trash

-Harmful materials like chemicals, batteries and electronics should be taken to local hazardous waste depots or recyclers

 

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