3 Easy Ways to Help the Environment

Why is it important to recycle and reuse? According to GreenGood, the following is a list of how long it takes for some commonly used products to biodegrade when they are scattered about as litter:

Cotton rags (1-5 months)

Paper (2-5 months)

Rope (3-14 months)

Orange peels (6 months)

Wool socks (1 to 5 years)

Cigarette butts (1 to 12 years)

Plastic coated paper milk cartons (5 years)

Leather shoes (25 to 40 years)

Nylon fabric (30 to 40 years)

Plastic 6-pack holder Rings (450 years)

Glass bottles (1 million years)

Plastic bottles (Forever)

Here are 3 easy ways you can start helping the environment:

1. Consider Packaging

Look for products and items with recyclable or reusable packaging. Paper and glass are great examples. If it’s not possible to find a product with recyclable or reusable packaging, choose the product with the least packaging.

2. Upcycle Glass Jars

Consider reusing, or Upcycling, glass jars and containers. Always make sure to thoroughly and properly clean out containers if using them for food storage.

3. Use Cloth Items

Cloth towels, napkins and rags can be used for cleaning and eating. Reusable bags, particularly cloth bags, can be used for shopping, picnicking and transporting items.