We are much more reliant on the use of technology. It is easy to go a day or even days without putting pen to paper. The less paper we use and waste, the less paper needs to be produced meaning more trees are left to fill the rain forests. Recycle paper cups, newspapers and even food packaging.
It might be hard to believes, but by cutting back on our consumption of meat we can make a huge difference to the environment. According to United Nations studies, more than 30 per cent of the earth’s surface is being used to raise and support livestock, accounting for 9 percent of CO2 and harmful greenhouse gases.
There are loads of creative ways you can reuse your plastic bags, from using them time and time again when you pop to the shops, to making gloves out of them when you handle messy food. You can also store your freezer food in them or wrap meat or others food that needs to be defrosted in the fridge.
Turn off the tap when brushing your teeth and take shorter showers.
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