Top 5 Ways To Green Yourself

O.K., now that you have taken care of the kids, the house, your work, your child’s school, the groceries, the cleaning, and everything else, it is finally moment for you. whether you have any day, energy, and motivation left, use these ideas to become the Green Parent you always thought you would be (before you had kids!).

1. Learn: Get informed about environmental issues so that you can compose the best eco-friendly decisions for yourself and your family. Surf the web, pick up a good book (such as The End of Nature by Bill McKibben or Sand County Almanac by Aldo Leopold), or watch a movie (try An Inconvenient Truth or King Korn) to arm yourself with knowledge and ideas.
2. Vote: Use the ability of the ballot to send a clear report to elected officials about your environmental concerns. Browse the environmental record of potential candidates at the League of Conservation Voters and be certain to let them know what you think.
3. Get Involved: Get involved in the environmental issues that affect your community. Organize a recycling center or
   used clothing drop-off location. inspire your local utility company to offer discounts or rebates on energy- and water-saving products. Lead a trash clean-up day. Or, write an editorial letter to your local paper about the environment initiatives that could give your community a boost.
4. Join The Club: Become a member of your favorite environmental organization, such as the Sierra Club, The Natural Resource Defense Council, and the Humane Society to support their efforts and stay informed about their latest campaigns.
5. Give Back: Give a little back to the environment by donating duration or money to a charity that helps to protect the environment. Sponsor a local environmental club or organization or check out the Charity Navigator, or Idealist to find an environmentally friendly campaign that interests you.

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[Source] Jenn Savedge