Going Green Tip - Get the Garbage Out of Your Life! Research from the United Nations Development Programme have indicated that there are almost five million people that die yearly, from a disease related to improper waste disposal, and they say the number is increasing.
It is evident that the developed countries are the ones that are generating the most waste. As an example about 3/4 of a ton of trash is producedannually by each individual in the United States. These statistics are confirmed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (aka US EPA). These troubling statistics can be minimized through proper waste management. Individuals should to realize that waste management at home is not just about making less trash. It is to a greater extent saving and protecting the environment.
To start with your first step toward a responsible household waste management program is to start recording what exactly you are tossing out and how much waste is being hauled from your home. By monitoring your trash habits, you will learn how you can look at your household garbage in other ways. The mantra of waste management is summed up in three simple words; reduce, reuse, recycle.
* Reduce household waste
The buying of food in packs or containers can add considerably to your waste. Always attempt to buy food that is sold loose such as vegetables and fruits.
Thinking about the future, you should consider having your home appliances serviced on a planned basis. If they are not working have them fixed. This lessens the chance of having to throw the appliances and keeps them out of the landfills for a longer time.
*Reuse items
If you have an appliance or other home equipment that you are not using and is still working, you should entertain the though of donating it to charity.
Avoid the practice of using plastic bags and paper bags by bringing a reusable shopping bag or re-purpose everyday items that you commonly discard. There are many different websites that supply you some rather unique ideas. Be sure and purchase a reusable item over disposable items. A reusable coffee cup and drinking water bottles, should be used rather than the disposable containers. This alone can save a immense amount of garbage from being discarded into landfills.
* Recycle
One of the best ways to recycle is by composting. This method of recycling is beneficial both for your garden and the environment. You may even consider worm farming as away to earn extra cash and recycle your waste at the same time.
Recycling centers are located in nearly every municipality. Make it a habit to use take advantage of one near your home.
Food is another huge source of household garbage. How can you trim back on food waste? Simply by purchasing only the amount you really will consume and need. A shopping list is a cost saving tool to prevent impulse buying. Research has shown that 75% of the shoppers who make a purchase in a grocery store reached that decision after they visited the store. A shopping list will help your budget and it will help the environment.
Become a smart shopper and check your supplies first. Finish up those items that can spoil first. Be aware of what happens to the food you purchase, how much packaging it has, and where it is coming from, before you buy.
Finally, a little about the hazardous chemicals found in our homes. The U.S. Government has identified nearly 500 hazardous chemical waste items and how they are properly discarded. Everyday items in our home, such as paint, cleaning supplies, and pesticides contain these chemicals. By switching to organic products, the hassle to go through the extra steps necessary to dispose of hazardous household materials can be eliminated.
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