Even if you’re already a recycler, spring brings opportunities to do even more when it comes to conserving natural resources as much as possible. The fresh spring weather draws people outdoors more and it’s a great time to explore, embark on an adventure, and spend time with family.
In preparation for the exciting outdoor events awaiting as spring is ushered in, consider some of the following tips to make it easier to “go green”:
- Protecting the earth and conserving natural resources starts at home. That’s the best place to teach children about “going green” and how important it is to the earth. Start teaching children at a very young age and they’ll carry these good habits into adulthood. Teach children to dispose of trash, broken toys, and discarded craft supplies responsibly. Recycle everything possible.
- Spring is the perfect time to create new routines and encourage good habits. Colorful bins or color-coded boxes can help children and adults recycle easily. Place recycling bins or crates in each child’s room where recyclable materials can be collected. Keep bins in laundry rooms, kitchens, and anywhere to make recycling more convenient.
- As the activities move outdoors in spring, it’s important to focus on keeping the environment clean. Keep the outdoors clean and cut down on pollution by making sure there is no littering. Teach children to pick up trash by setting a good example.
- Spring means a lot more time outdoors where dirt, grime, and germs thrive. Bringing those germs and dirt into the house is more likely in spring and summer. More dirt means more baths, more clothes to be washed, and more clothes to be dried. While washing and scrubbing, make sure to conserve water as much as possible. Only wash when there is a full load of clothes to wash. Run the dryer only as long as necessary to dry clothes.
- Springtime means more daylight and that’s a great catalyst for conserving energy. Keep lights turned off when not needed and replace light bulbs with energy efficient bulbs. Compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) last much longer than incandescent bulbs and they use about 75% less energy. This is a great way to “go green”.
- Spring is a time of renewal and that means grass, trees, plants, and shrubs abound. Along with new spring vegetation comes grass clippings and debris that can be recycled and used around flower beds and trees to hold moisture.
- As the weather improves and there are more sunny, spring days, the heating and air conditioning system can take a rest. This helps the environment by cutting down on the amount of energy needed. Enjoy screened doors or windows to cool and refresh the indoors. Conserving energy is an effective “green” strategy.
Becoming a better citizen of the world and the environment starts at home and it starts with simple strategies to “go green”. Take steps to improve the world in which we live by recycling, conserving energy, and using resources wisely. Going green today will help lead to a better world in the future.
Spring is the perfect time to begin new habits, revitalize a "go green" strategy, and find new and better ways to improve the environment. As the earth and ground awaken to spring, enjoy the rebirth and renewal by being a more responsible citizen.
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