We have been hearing it for years that we need to protect our environment, that there are consequences if we don’t. Leading Canadian environmentalist David Suzuki warned us in the 80s that we needed to start doing things then, but not many listened. It is never too late to start, and I will give you some very easy ways to start going green. On Tuesday, April 22, we celebrate Earth Day. Check in with your community to see what they are doing to help our planet. Last year, our community gathered to plant trees. Earth Day was first held on April 22, 1970.
Ditch the plastic bags, go reusable – many stores won’t provide you them, so you might as well start. You can also use carrying totes or cardboard boxes. Dollar stores have mesh bags that you can use for your produce rather than grab the plastic produce bags.
Use less gas – park and walk to do all your errands, carpool when able, and when you go into town, do all the necessary errands until next time to avoid extra trips.
Reusable water bottle/coffee cup – this one may be one of the easiest. Do your best to avoid buying bottled water. Many coffee shops are now charging money for their disposable cups.
Buy local and in season – This is not only helpful for you from a health and cost perspective, but also for our local farmers. If a fruit or vegetable is not in season, opt from buying it until it is. Find someone local that sells, eggs, cheese, and meat.
Turn off the lights – we have a rule in our home: during the day, we use daylight. If we aren’t in a room, we turn off the lights. This will not only help your environment, but also cost down on your electric bill.
Don’t be a litter bug – This one is easy: put all your trash in the garbage or take it home to recycle. This helps plants, birds, and animals.
Together, we can do our part to help our world.
MaryAnna xo
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MaryAnna Robbins CSEP-CPT, OFC RHEP – Group Exercise, Resistance Trainer, Yoga Fitness, Pilates Mat Fitness
