Feeling a little overwhelmed by the worlds concerns about global warming and rising gas prices? Earth is a big place with a lot of problems right now, but don't feel completely helpless! There are plenty of things you can do to help out and "go green" as they say.
Undecided about where to go to college? If you are passionate about the environment, click here to find several green colleges and universities. You will find schools that promote carbon neutrality, feed the campus with an organic farm, use a web-based system that monitors energy usage in the dorms and many more earth friendly innovations.
Earth day is April 22nd, only 5 days away! Do you know how you'll be celebrating it? Check out this fantastic guide to Earth Day from Nature.org.
While you're at it, head on over to The Arbor Day Foundation, and get 10 FREE TREES just for joining! How much easier could it get?
Did you know that organic farms do not use synthetic pesticides — some of which can harm the soil, water and local wildlife? Animals reared on these farms are not given antibiotics or growth hormones. Organic farms also use less energy and produce less waste! Some studies revealed that organic food tastes better and is also healthier for you!
So where can you find organic foods? Whole Foods Market (formerly called Wild Oats) is a strictly organic grocery store, and they have locations spread all across the US. They offer a HUGE variety of food, as well as environmentally-friendly cleaning products and beauty products. They even carry organic pet food!
If there are no Whole Foods Markets in your town, you can head on over to www.organicstorelocator.com to find an organic store closest to you. You will probably also find that most larger grocery stores have a special organic section. You can always check the food you're buying for this label:
Click here for a collection of healthy recipes using organic ingredients.
We did say almost. Instead of throwing away used stuff, here are some great examples of everyday items you may have NEVER thought could ever be used again!
