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12 Ways to Reduce Pollution

Eco warriors, arm yourselves with reusable totes, bottles, and tableware and spread the word of recycling dos and don’ts … it’s Pollution Prevention Week. Pollution isn’t just in the air it lurks in every crevice of the environment. Remember to practice the three R’s: Reduce, Reuse and Recycle.  Every little bit does add up and no effort is too small. To get you started, the Greenista Girls came up with a list of easy tips to follow during Pollution Prevention Week … and for the rest of your life (hint, hint).

  1. Reuse bags and containers. Gift bags are great for re-gifting or wrapping packages and covering books.
  2. Try to create a new décor item out of something old you might have been ready to toss.
  3. Avoid unnecessary car trips and if you must, carpool instead. This is one of the most helpful things you can do to prevent pollution.
  4. Practice safe Take Out. Just say “no” to extra condiments, napkins, and plastic ware.
  5. Wash out plastic containers and glass jars you buy food in and use them as Tupperware.
  6. Paper or plastic? Neither! When grocery shopping, take your own reusable bag.
  7. Turn off your computer, monitor, lights and all electronics if you’re not using them.
  8. Do a double take. Save paper by making double sided copies.
  9. Only print when absolutely necessary.
  10. Minimize water use by purchasing efficient faucets and shower heads
  11. Make your own cleaning supplies. Baking soda and water can be used instead of ammonia-based, all-purpose cleaners.
  12. Go meat-free one night this week with veggies and yummy pasta.

Written by Greenista Girl Neha

Photos by Sacramento State

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Kids may be at higher risk from air pollution than adults because their lungs and immune systems are still developing. Children also breathe deeper than adults so a larger dose of pollutants enters into their lungs.

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