From Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day, household waste increases by more than 25%. With the Holiday Season upon us, it’s time for some great tips that we can all consider.
Andrea took time to put together a list of easy ways we can work together to lessen our carbon footprint while still enjoying the season to the fullest.
Calculate the Carbon Footprint of Your Holiday
http://www.carbonica.org/holiday-calculator.aspx
Energy-Efficient Home for the Holidays
http://www.lowes.com/cd_Energy+Efficient+Home+for+the+Holidays_1285965347_,
Christmas Light Energy Calculators
http://www.santasquarters.com/christmas-decoration-toolset/#ChristmasLightEnergyCalculators
Sustainable Ways to Gift Wrap
http://www.hearts.com/ecolife/sustainable-giftwrap-reusable-gift-bags-boxes/
Recycled Holiday Cards
http://www.greenfieldpaper.com/recycled_holiday_cards_recycled_holiday_card.asp
I challenge you to adopt a few new “green” traditions this season and feel good about helping our Earth!
Our thanks to Andrea from http://www.christmassongs.net/ for the post and information. Got your own suggestions?
