Earth Day Every Day

I learned it in elementary school: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.
As cheesy and it may sound, it has more meaning now that ever.

Usually I discuss agribusiness or related articles, but once in a while it is good
to remember the basics.

Our Earth is not a never-ending basket full of resources. At some point, we will run out of things (oil, water, food) and regret that we did not take more care of the planet we live on. It sounds like a big challenge (...it is) but you can make small contributions everyday... like really, it's easy. For example, you can reduce trash from your house by using containers that can be used again. If you live in an area suitable you can also compost- composting helps use things that you would otherwise throw away. Also, start a garden! 


Here are some easy things you can do to be greener (stop being lazy and do some):
- Before you toss something in the garbage, think about the possibility of using it again.
-Don’t use non-stick pans; use cast iron or stainless steel ones instead.
-Lessen the amount of processed, canned, or fast food you consume, and never microwave plastic.
-Buy and support organic.
-Leave your shoes at the door to reduce pollutants in your home (positive: your home is cleaner!).
-Buy natural fibers.
-Use reusable water bottles instead of buying plastic ones.
-Seal outdoor wooden structures that can contain arsenic.
-Filter your water for drinking, cooking, and bathing. 
-Save energy by adjusting the thermostat just a few degrees, buying compact fluorescent light bulbs, opening the drapes for more light, and washing clothes in cold water when possible.
-Recycle as much as possible and buy things made of recycled materials

These things are not hard to do, unless your lazy and unappreciative of the planet your using and living on. Not only will you feel more responsible, but things little efforts really do matter.

“Humankind has not woven the web of life.  We are but one thread within it.  Whatever we do to the web, we do to ourselves.  All things are bound together.  All things connect.”