10 ways to go green for Thanksgiving
November 20, 2008
From Green.com
1. Go organic. Say no to chemical fertilizers and pesticides in your feast (it will taste better, too.)
2. Shop locally. When you buy locally produced products, you reduce your carbon footprint because less fuel was burned to get it to your table.
3. Avoid packaging. Choose food items that come in recyclable packages (or no packages at all!)
4. Conserve water. Try to reuse pots, plates and silverware. Be aware of your water usage as you wash up after the big meal.
5. Cook just enough. Avoid excess servings and give away anything you don’t need (instead of throwing it away.)
6. Fitness first. Do something outdoors with the family. Make it a tradition!
7. Plant something. As you enjoy the harvest, give back by planting a tree or bulbs before the frost hits your neighborhood.
8. Unplug yourself. Give up the TV and computer and fast from electricity for a day. Get your family and friends to join you.
9. Compost. Start a compost in your back yard. You’ll be surprised how much less garbage you have to mess with!
10. Stay home. Celebrate with your neighbors and friends.
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