Going Green, Inside and out.
Being environmentally conscious or "going green" is becoming a fad these days since the effects of Global warming are being observed for the past years. Unfortunately, most Pinoy consumers prefer plastics and other non-biodegradable products than their eco-friendly counterparts that are quite expensive.
We can still be "green" in our own little ways (without money to burn, too much). I have recently joined the green-bandwagon -practicing some of the 3 R's (reuse, reduce, recycle) and purchasing things that will hopefully make Mother Earth smile.
Some green forming habits I've been doing (and I wonder for how long I can keep these up):
On a bright side, there are some interesting eco-friendly items to own and use. I was browsing some on-line stores with their products that are easy to the environment but sadly some stuff is not easy on the wallet. Still, it is nice to know these things are a big help to other people (by creating jobs for making these products) and at the same time, minimizing trash and saving the earth.
Some things that piqued my curiosity. I only have the B.Y.O.B., Melissa Glam and the CFL bulb. Most products are available overseas and some are pretty expensive. If cashing out is not a problem, I'll at least buy two or three items. The recycled pull tab handbag and "A container for one thing" decor looks unique.
Eco-chic fashion
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B.Y.O.B. Luntian bags (PHP 100-110),
Melissa shoes: Glam (PHP 3395.00),
Recycled pull tab handbag ($105.00), Jimi wallet ($15.00)
Natural home decors
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Recycled Magazine mirror ($52.00), A container for one thing ($26.00),
Karpos Vase ($380.00), Coiled Bamboo bowl ($29.99)
Cool Techie gadgets/Lightings
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Soldius Solar charger ($89.99),
Philps Compact Fluorescent bulb (price depends on watts),
Candeloo/Toolis lights ($39.00), Sanyo Eneloop batteries
We can still be "green" in our own little ways (without money to burn, too much). I have recently joined the green-bandwagon -practicing some of the 3 R's (reuse, reduce, recycle) and purchasing things that will hopefully make Mother Earth smile.
Some green forming habits I've been doing (and I wonder for how long I can keep these up):
- Unplugging tvs and game consoles after use.
- Switched to Compact Fluorescent light bulbs in my room.
- Use a cup for gargle after toothbrush
- Use the same cup for drinking water for the day
- Bringing my B.Y.O.B when doing grocery instead of using plastics (then again, I sometimes forget to bring the bag)
On a bright side, there are some interesting eco-friendly items to own and use. I was browsing some on-line stores with their products that are easy to the environment but sadly some stuff is not easy on the wallet. Still, it is nice to know these things are a big help to other people (by creating jobs for making these products) and at the same time, minimizing trash and saving the earth.
Some things that piqued my curiosity. I only have the B.Y.O.B., Melissa Glam and the CFL bulb. Most products are available overseas and some are pretty expensive. If cashing out is not a problem, I'll at least buy two or three items. The recycled pull tab handbag and "A container for one thing" decor looks unique.
Eco-chic fashion
[image above, clockwise from top left]
B.Y.O.B. Luntian bags (PHP 100-110),
Melissa shoes: Glam (PHP 3395.00),
Recycled pull tab handbag ($105.00), Jimi wallet ($15.00)
Natural home decors
[image above, clockwise from top left]
Recycled Magazine mirror ($52.00), A container for one thing ($26.00),
Karpos Vase ($380.00), Coiled Bamboo bowl ($29.99)
Cool Techie gadgets/Lightings
[image above, clockwise from top left]
Soldius Solar charger ($89.99),
Philps Compact Fluorescent bulb (price depends on watts),
Candeloo/Toolis lights ($39.00), Sanyo Eneloop batteries