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Save through green living

 

Noble thoughts and good practices can change the world. Sustainability of life on earth can be brought about only through green living. While environment damaging practices and relentless exploitation of natural resources have forced mankind to live on the

edge, the time is high for us to embrace green living to increase our sustainability.

Green living does not always imply that one has to shell out more from his or her pocket. On the contrary, green living strategies help us save a lot of unnecessary expenditures. Blame it on our imbibed habits that often drive us towards ignoring the vital and cost effective steps of living, beneficial for us and the planet in the long run.

 

6 best money saving steps of green living:

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Drive less save more:

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Ever thought of biking to your workplace?ย  Drive your vehicle three days a week and use your bike for the remaining days. You burn less fuel, emit lesser amount of greenhouse gases and save more in your pocket. More than fifty percent of greenhouse gases are emitted due to burning of fossil fuels, which needs to be checked to prevent further rise in global warming. If biking is not feasible due to long commuting distance, use public transport.

 

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Reduce energy consumption:

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Power plants cause immense damage to the environment releasing mercury, arsenic and inorganic acids through massive power generation. You use more energy, cause more harm to the environment and end up paying hefty power bills. Switch off your lights and fans when not in use. Unplug your chargers immediately after charging your gadgets. Use more of your muscular energy in washing and cleaning rather than depending on a washing machine or dishwasher. Use energy efficient room heaters and air conditioners.

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Use water judiciously:

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Practice judicious use of water by making water saving installations. Check for the leakages in plumbing line and get it repaired immediately. Installation of low flow showerhead not only optimizes the water usage but also reduces water bills. Install faucets with faucet aerator. This helps in reducing the water flow and conserves heat for a long time during the winter. Last but not the least; recycle the used water after washing and bathing.

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Practice smart and healthy eating:

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Healthy eating and green living go hand in hand. Eat less meat and more veggies. Meat packing and storing involves processes, which are neither environmental friendly nor good for health but increases the cost. On the other hand, vegetarian diet costs much less and is good for health as well. Select organic products, which will encourage organic farming resulting in less environmental hazards.

 

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Do you ever count the regular expenses incurred over purchasing purified bottled water?ย  You could save a lot using a water purifier and by carrying a fixed water bottle. Reduce the accumulation of non-biodegradable plastics, which has been a serious threat to the environment past few decades.

 

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Avoid accumulating e-wastes:

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Huge accumulation of e-wastes has been a growing environmental concern past two decades. Thanks to the tech and gadget savvy guys who go on piling up mobiles, iphones and laptops without caring for the proper disposal. Maintain your gadgets properly to increase their lifecycle instead of procuring new ones frequently. E-wastes contain mercury, which is harmful for the environment. Recycle your mobile phone and e-wastes properly through proper channels.

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