Do you fall prey to routine habits out of convenience or do you take extra steps to live green in your daily life? It seems in recent years, being busy has become the rule rather than the exception. With busy comes conveniences, and sometimes conveniences mean having to compromise on values. Fortunately, that’s no longer the case. With more environmentally friendly options, those living a busy and green lifestyle can take their green on the go.
At its essence, personal sustainability is about addressing the environmental concerns of carbon, water, and energy on a smaller scale: your life. Committing to sustainability in your personal life is holding yourself accountable for the very commitments and eco actions we are asking our leaders to make. Additionally, it’s about leveraging your financial dollar to support credible and sustainable businesses. Vote with your financial dollar; as a shareholder, uphold reporting, transparency, and compensation related to business sustainability.
Looking to make your green life more convenient? Enjoy some of these tips.
Get green on your iPhone? Take eco action now and check out these top green apps:
• Carbon Tracker: This GPS-enabled carbon footprint application allows users to calculate their carbon footprint from daily commuting, business trips or vacations.
• iRecycle, makes it easy to find recycling locations anywhere in the U.S. Find places to drop-off your old cell phone or other items, get directions and find out what else they accept.
• GoodGuide: Use this app to find out what’s in 75,000 common household products. Reviewers praise the level of detail in the GoodGuide database as well as its ease of use. Especially handy while shopping.
• Greenpeace Tissue Guide: Research brands of consumer paper products to find the greenest tissues, paper towels, and toilet paper.
Get personal with green. Carry your reusable mug, reusable water bottle, and PeopleTowels. PeopleTowels are 100% organic cotton, reusable personal hand towels that are portable and preserve environmental resources.
A primary aspect of green living is the recognition that every action is part of a larger whole and even the smallest change can make a difference. Taking eco action on the go keeps your values in line and contributes to everyone’s efforts towards the greater environmental good.
Julie
Julie Urlaub is Founder & Managing Partner of Taiga Company, a sustainability consulting firm located in Houston, Texas dedicated to accelerating the integration of sustainability concepts in business. Today, Julie speaks, writes, and advises clients on a variety of issues related to the intersection between environmental stewardship, and sustainable business practices. Her writing has been featured in SocialYell’s Corporate Advice, the GreenEcomonyPost, the Business Exchange and, the ThinkGreenAlliance. Connect with Taiga Company on Facebook and Twitter. Also Find Julie on LinkedIn.