While we all want to do our part in making our world a healthier place, going green is not always as easy as we would like. Numerous products are environmentally friendly but many of those aren’t as “friendly” to our budgets. The good news is little steps like opting for wood toys over plastic ones and switching to reusable shopping bags can be just as beneficial to saving our planet as their pricier counterparts.
Did you know that it could take up to 50 years for one single plastic bag to begin to deteriorate in the landfill? It’s true. In China alone, 3 billion plastic bags are used every day. If just a few people opted to switch to reusable shopping bags, in as little as one year, they would already have made a dramatic dent in the number of plastic bags that find their way to our landfills.
Wood toys are also a simple way to go green. These toys have a longer shelf life than plastic toys and are also a lot more eco-friendly. With so many recalls being put out these days, as parents, wood toys also offer peace of mind – especially for parents of the smaller sets.
Recycle, recycle, recycle! It’s perhaps the simplest and most known way to “go green”. It does not cost any money to recycle and often does not require an extra trip to a recycling center. Many trash dumps offer a mini-recycling bin within their facility. If yours does not, team up with a neighbor or friend and take turns dropping the items off at your local recycling center each week.
From wood toys to hybrid cars, going green can be as complex or as simple as you make it. Doing your part, simply means doing the best you can within your budget. You do not have to spend a fortune or buy a fancy product to help save the planet. Even the smallest steps can make a big difference.