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Eco-Friendly Made Easy

February 14, 2011

We at Desert Essence believe that everyone can make a difference.
We know that everyone making small changes can lead to even
bigger changes that benefit our planet and all living beings on it.
We would like to share with you some of our favorite and simplest
ways to help the environment. And we look forward to you sharing
yours with us.

“We heat our home with wood, not just oil. And of course, I turn off
the lights whenever I go into another room or part of house”
Jessica, Marketing Coordinator

“I avoid using hot water when doing laundry and I use a cool dryer. Also, we use energy efficient bulbs
in our apartment.”
Sandie, VP, Human Resources

“I use reusable shopping bags”
Melissa, Graphic Designer

“I avoid killing spiders and other bugs.”
Michelle, Marketing Manager

“At work, I turn off the lights when I’m not using them in the office.”
Cathy, Director, Customer Service

“I don’t let water run when brushing my teeth.”
Angela, Graphic Designer

“I recycle whenever I can.”
Carol, Regulatory Affairs Assistant

“I carpool to work.”
Mary, Asst. Regulatory Affairs Manager

I use a composter.”
Wendy, VP, Sales and Marketing

“I take quick showers to save water. And for my kids, I have them draw and color on both sides of paper
and limit the amount of paper they can use.”
Parul, Marketing Manager

Have your own easy way to be eco-friendly? Share it in the comments section below.

 

Comments

by Grizzy on February 14, 2011
Here are just a few of my suggestions: ~Use as many energy-saving appliances as possible. ~Turn off all power strips at night and don't leave your laptop plugged in if you don't need to ~Use reusable totes for all shopping (keep them in your car, so you don't forget :) ~Pick up trash as you walk-by. I will pick up trash that I can see and will either throw it away or recycle it at the nearest recycling container. I ALWAYS recycle anything that can be recycled. ~Don't take unnecessary car trips, and turn off your car when parked (it is not bad for the car to be restarted, it is worse for the car, the environment and your pocket to keep it running, this is from me, who works in the automotive industry). ~Reuse every last speck of every lotion/toothpaste/cosmetics etc. ~Turn off the lights that you don't absolutely need (I have to work on this one) ~Buy as much as possible at second hand shops and donate/sell on eBay clothing ~Fill out those recycling bins and RECYCLE!!!! ~Don't use more than one napkin for each meal eaten out. This goes for all plastic utensils, and don't use a lid/straw for a drink cup, unless absolutely necessary. ~Go out of your way to clean up the surrounding areas of litter and trash; Start with your own property and move on to those around you--parks and nature especially need our help! I am sure I can think of a few more...but I hope these help. I'm far from perfect and have to remind myself daily to heed my suggestions. But, when I do I feel so much better about the Earth, the environment, and myself. Just makes my day :)

by Christine on February 16, 2011
I try to repurpose items that may be thrown away everyday. For example, I reuse newspaper to wrap gifts especially around the holiday's. My favorite is to use the crossword puzzle and cartoon sections as book covers.

by Tia on February 18, 2011
I became a Vegan and am doing my best to stay away from fast and processed foods. I am slowly changing out my products for Vegan products. Lots of animals can rest assure I do not want to harm them, even for the pleasure of my taste buds. Also, I don't have to worry that I am contributing the the pollution of our air (methane) and soil, nor am I supporting genetically modified foods which are a whole other topic on their own.

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