There are so many eco-resources available, that the list is constantly growing.
Use non-toxic cleaners to clean your house or office. Many of the typical household and office cleaners in use today contain toxic chemicals which can exasperate sick building syndrome and make you sick.
There are many ways to become involved - links
You could start a green business
- Recycling service - establish a base of clients in your immediate area and collect recyclables from them weekly for a monthly fee. You make money from collecting and from selling the recyclable materials.
- Eco friendly cleaning products - create some products of your own that are eco-friendly
- Environmentally friendly painters - using only environmentally friendly paint and associated techniques
- Water storage systems - install rain barrels
- Create water-wise gardens using only indigenous plants
- Sell eco-friendly products that are made from re-used, and recycled materials
- Grow vegetable in your garden and in your neighbours gardens. Sell the surplus at the local farmers market. You will save on the cost of vegetables and make money selling the surplus.
- Supply and deliver vegetarian meals in your neighbourhood
- Join one of the Community Exchange Systems and trade your energy-efficient expertise for sustainable goods and other services.
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