Helping the Environment

The environment is an issue that is on everyone's mind these days. Global warming, climate change, the Kyoto agreement, it should be on renewable energy and the list. The questions just seem so big, is too small for one person. But the protection of our environment begins with each person. If each person has only made a small change, would increase rapidly. So, what are some things you can do? Here is a list of 5 simple things to help you get started.

To reduce fuel costsConsumption.

Buy vehicles with low fuel consumption and reduce the amount of use the car. Shops in the area on foot or in transit, if possible. Sign petitions, ask your local government, increased funding for transit.

Reduce the fuel used in horticulture, for the hand-powered tools and equipment, where possible. For example, use a rake or broom instead of a leaf blower. Use a manual push mower instead of an electric or gas lawn mower. They are intended to help not only theThe environment, but with gas and rising energy prices, your wallet will thank you. For all the tools and machines, whether managed by hand, electricity or gas, so they are well maintained. The tools and machines last longer and run more efficiently.

Planting trees.

Planting trees in your garden, like the trees to remove carbon dioxide from the air. For smaller yards, shrubs and bushes are a good alternative to large trees. Shrubs in the garden are a greatAlternative to fencing and can be considered more attractive than a fence. Large trees do not grow as house prices, even a large tree on your property, the prices of goods increasing values. If the window is in the house to the north, evergreen trees to help protect from cold winter winds. Be targeted for the windows facing south, deciduous trees to protect against the strong, offering hot sun during the summer. Fruit trees offer delicious fruit, both for the family or the wildlife.

Buylocally.

Buy local produce whenever possible. Not only is it fresh and tasty, but will need less fuel, have to carry it.

Reduce water consumption.

Many towns and cities now have water restrictions and limits on how much water can be used to water your lawn and garden. Use rainwater in water garden instead of tap water. In order to capture rain water, buckets or barrels placed between gargoyles and listen. Also check the type ofThe plants in your garden. Some plants are more drought tolerant than others.

Recycling and composting.

Do not throw your old newspaper, cardboard, glass bottles. Be recycled ' "! Along with recycling programs, cities 'most' introduction of composting programs. They work the same way as recycling, where to collect food scraps in a container and the cities of once a week or two messages. Above all, recycling and composting to reduce the amount of wasteLandfills.