Save the Planet!

I’ve been a huge environmentalist for a long time. It all started when I joined my high school environmental club in my freshman year. Ever since then I’ve been a member of local, and national groups as well as taking part in events like Earth Day, and Earth Hour. I’m a huge recycler, carpooler, and user of alternative transportation (I walk, skate, or bike) when I can, I use green products, CFLs, conserve water and electricity, I compost, and many other things as well.

I love the fact that since living in the country we’re near a convenience & recycling center, which allows me to recycle almost all of our garbage (paper, glass, cans, plastic, cardboard, etc.). Most of all the food (leftovers, peelings, etc.) goes into our composter rather than in the garbage can. Plus it reduces the chances of having a smelly garbage can, too. I also try to continue on with the idea that Earth Hour is by turning off all electronics, lights, etc. every night for the rest of the evening — usually after dinner. I usually tend to use my laptop on battery power to work and watch a DVD instead of watching TV. Most think I’m crazy, but I really enjoy working in the dark or using natural light rather than having to use artificial lighting anyhow.