While shopping, running errands or taking the kids to soccer
practice, do you ever hesitate before throwing your can away in the regular
trash because there aren't recycling bins available around town? While some
towns and cities have public recycling containers, others do not. So does this
mean that you can only recycle in the comfort of your own home?
No way!
3 Ways to Recycle on the Go
1. Create your own recycling bin. Get a small plastic bin that you can keep in
the trunk of your car or in the backseat. Throw your daily office newspaper,
coffee cup, soda cans and drink bottles in it while you're out and about town
for the day. Empty it into your home recycling bin every night when you come
home.
2. Use your travel mug. Whether you stop at the local gas station or fuel up on
coffee from the corner coffee shop, bring your own mug. Some coffee sellers
even give you a discount when you use your own coffee mug rather than a
disposable one. Not only does it save your money green but it saves the
environment too.
3. Pass on your newspaper and magazine. If you get a daily newspaper delivered
to your home or office or have a magazine subscription, pass these issues on to
others when you're finished reading. If you're traveling on a plane or train,
you can even hand it over to the flight attendant to pass on to the next set of
passengers.
Being a busy on the go individual or family doesn't mean you have to give up
your green ways. Use these three ways to take your green behaviors to go.
About the Author
Kristie Lorette is a freelance writer and marketing
consultant that specializes in green living. She is also the editor of Green
Living Diva, a blog devoted to green living tips, tricks, and advice for
consumers. You can read Kristie’s blog at www.greenlivingdiva.blogspot.com
or learn more about her writing and marketing services at www.studiokwriting.com.
