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It's our Only World - and Time to do something about It!
A gruff old farmer once said "It is our duty to leave this land in better shape than we got it." He's been gone at least 20 years now but that is advice we should all take.
In the past 20 years we have become so much more dependent on throw-way, non reusable products in our society. We don't re-use, we talk about re-cycle but how many of us really do more than take some newspapers, cans and bottles to a center? Do we use recycled products. Do we only use what we need? Do we wash and reuse instead of throw away and get new?
It is time for everyone of us to be better stewards of our resources. We can have a beautiful environment - if we care and apply ourselves to that end.
In the past 20 years we have become so much more dependent on throw-way, non reusable products in our society. We don't re-use, we talk about re-cycle but how many of us really do more than take some newspapers, cans and bottles to a center? Do we use recycled products. Do we only use what we need? Do we wash and reuse instead of throw away and get new?
It is time for everyone of us to be better stewards of our resources. We can have a beautiful environment - if we care and apply ourselves to that end.
Mercy, Mercy Me -
Let these pictures touch your heart!
Links to sites that help educate
There are some innovative people
I believe knowledge is essential for each of us to make informed decisions about how we use or over-use our share of resources of the world.
- Kudzu Ethanol Plant in Tennessee
- Kudzu grows all over the Southeast and until now did not have a useful purpose.
- The Daily Green
- This site has a good overview of all "going green" and has current information of this happening in the government.
- Our Earth.org
- Basic site with current news and information from around the country.
- The Pickens Plan
- Boone T Pickens, an 80 year old oil man, presents his plan for how the US can change their dependence on foriegn oil. It involves alternatives to oil. This is a must read site.
- From the Quick & Simple Site
- Regardless if it is cleaning, your heath, or taking care of the kids their are home remedies that use basic products. This is a good guide.
DIY Green Tips: LEMONS!
Ever wonder what to do with all those excess lemons on your tree? Covet taking lemons from your neighbor's tree? Lemons are a great environmental DIY resource...learn how to incorporate these easy cleaning tips into your life: save money and the environment!
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Conservation - it can't be said to often. That is what it is about.
Where can you start?
Hot, Flat, and Crowded: Why We Need a Green Revolution--and How It Can Renew America
Amazon Price: $9.78 (as of 12/31/2009)
Rethinking how we make and do everything. This is a good start for contemplation.
Deep Ecology
The Daily Green News of the Day
What is happening in our world that affects how green it is
Fetching RSS feed... please stand byHow can we take small steps and be worthwhile?
Do the little things really matter?
P3 International P4460 Kill A Watt EZ Electricity Usage Monitor
Amazon Price: $34.91 (as of 12/30/2009)
How much are the appliances in you home really using?
Great, Green Stuff on CafePress
Wearing your conviction can always be fun - great way to meet people!
What are others doing about this crisis?
Read for inspiration and to see how it takes just one step at a time.
Going Green: A Wise Consumer's Guide to a Shrinking Planet
Amazon Price: $17.56 (as of 12/31/2009)
Facts are facts. We will still consume but we can do it wisely. A great bood to share with friends and family for gifts.
How to clean green - avoid the chemicals!
Tips on Living 'Green' : "Green" Cleaning
Watch as a pair of conservation experts discusses the topic of "green" cleaning in this free online video about environmentalism. Expert: Nili Nathan Contact: www.earth911.org Bio: Nili Nathan, host of "Great Healing Getaways", is the creator of a television series and Web site on holistic health, where she researches, writes, and reports. Filmmaker: Nili Nathan
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Short and simple Ideas to save our resources.
*****this is just a few**** you can find suggestions of your own, too****
Walk when possible - don't drive.Turn off the faucet when you aren't using the water.
Turn off the lights when you leave the room.
Change to energy efficient light bulbs.
Turn off TV's and Computers when they are not in use.
Use cloth rags & wash them - Not paper towels.
Only run the dishwasher on full loads.
Plan your errand trips - don't back track.
Re-cycle: newspapers, computer paper, plastic jugs, toner cartridges, aluminum cans and......Add your own.
Re-use: Trade items with friends, neighbors, or family if you don't need it any more.
Car Pool.
Set the thermostat low in winter - put on a sweater.
Set the thermostat higher in summer - or open a window.
Use a ceiling fan.
Dust off the Bicycle for trips too far to walk.
Encourage the kids to play outdoors - skip the video games, TV, and computers.
Read a book under a shade tree instead of turning a light on in the house.
Operation Green Light
Great Green Stuff on eBay
Environmentally friendly stuff is everywhere - check out eBay!
One of my favorite places to shop is eBay - lots to choose from - can shop day or night - any price range - excitement of an auction or visit a store and buy it now. Enjoy your shopping trip. And when you have shopped - use eBay to allow others to RE-USE stuff you don't need or want any more.
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Time for you to Share - Please write you comments or leave your ideas for me to add to the ways to conserve list.
I am looking forward to your recommendations and comments.
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- Nick5761 Nick5761 Dec 31, 2008 @ 8:56 am
- Great Lens! Just wanted to add something about Cell Phone Recycling. Most people don't even know it exists however, it to is becoming an environmental problem that needs to be brought to the public's eyes.
http://recyclecell.tv
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- Nick5761 Nick5761 Dec 31, 2008 @ 8:56 am
- Great Lens! Just wanted to add something about Cell Phone Recycling. Most people don't even know it exists however, it to is becoming an environmental problem that needs to be brought to the public's eyes.
http://recyclecell.tv
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- Tipi Tipi Dec 11, 2008 @ 10:43 am
- A very nice Green lens! GrowWear sent a link to your bio-page on Twitter, so I followed it over and joined your fan club! I'm so glad that I did...you've been found by me! 5*'s on this lens my dear!
Best Wishes for the Holidays!
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- vbright105 vbright105 Sep 19, 2008 @ 10:52 am
- Seems Going green is the thing to do lately
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- Jul 7, 2008 @ 11:20 am
- I love the opening statement of your lens... leave the land in a better place than you found it. My sentiments exactly! I truly strive for this every day!
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