11 Simple attitudes that can help save the Planet

We all know that the environment is seriously threatened, and this is confirmed by a lot of research. But what can a person do to help? Of course, one person is not enough, but when it comes to nature, the phrase ‘Do you want to change the world? It starts with you!’ it is very true. The main thing we need to know is that this is not as complicated as it sounds. It is often in the little things that we can begin to contribute.

Check out some simple methods to help our Planet and get started today.

We all have a lot of plastic bags at home. And yet, whenever we go to the supermarket, we end up coming back with a few more.

A cloth bag takes up very little space, lasts a long time and can end this vicious circle. In addition, it is much more comfortable and much more ecological. Change today and discover its benefits and usefulness. In order not to forget and incorporate this habit, leave the returnable bag inside the car. So when you go shopping, she’ll be there.

Batteries and batteries contain a huge amount of toxic elements and contaminants, such as cadmium, lead, mercury, manganese, copper, nickel, lithium and chromium. Therefore, its recycling is a huge challenge.

Yes, rechargeable batteries are not much different, but the time of use helps to reduce the problems caused to the environment.

You modern household chemicals were created to make people’s lives easier, but they brought many problems, such as skin irritation, allergies and, of course, a lot of contamination.

In general, these products can be replaced with a mixture of baking soda, lemon juice, and vinegar. For example, mixing 1 cup of vinegar and 1/4 cup of lemon juice makes an excellent detergent for mirrors and windows.

Water filters allow you to have pure and fresh water at any time. So why buy water bottles (especially small ones) every time you hydrate yourself? There are many filter options to replace bottles.

According to some research, just to brush your teeth approximately 5 liters of water per day are spent. When we look at a family’s spending, the numbers are even higher.

Of course, a lot of people may think it’s not right to save on hygiene, and we agree, but it’s possible to make some changes at home so that water consumption is reduced by half.

Nowadays objects are exchanged with impressive speed. But this constant exchange is quite expensive and does not help the environment.

So, before throwing something away, use your imagination and think about how a certain object could be used as another. What if a pot turned into a vase for flowers? Be creative and think of alternatives for your old objects.

Nowadays it is possible to find shelters full of animals waiting to be adopted. As there is not always space for them, many end up on the streets, causing a lot of dirt and diseases to increase.

An adopted animal gives the same joy as a ‘purchased’ animal. In addition, when adopting a dog or a cat you will realize what the truest gratitude and love is.

Many on-off sensors (which turn on and turn off a light automatically when there are no people in the room) are used in hospitals, condominiums and companies, but in fact, in our homes they are also very necessary.

This is even more evident in stairs, basements and hallways. In general, where we feel lazy to turn on the light. They reduce the amount of energy consumed by 50 or 70%.

Paper / Plastic / Regular Garbage

That point is getting stronger today. If you haven’t already done so, it’s time to get started. Waste sorted correctly lasts much longer.

Start with plastic: deliver it to special collection points. Then move on to metals, paper and biodegradable material. And more: encourage others to do so.

If you have a closet full of clothes that you either don’t wear much or are waiting to wear when you lose weight, really think about whether it’s worth keeping them, or if it’s not better to donate them to those who really need them.

There are many associations that receive clothes and other donations. Do a good deed, make room in your closet and make other people happy.

Nowadays it is possible to find many types of fresh teas that do not come in bags.

Despite their small size, the bags are very bad for the environment. They don’t degrade and stay in the earth forever. Tea made with natural herbs is just as good and much more environmentally friendly.

Even worse is the situation of coffee capsules that, in Brazil, are still practically not recycled and cause enormous harm to the environment.

Do you adopt small habits to help preserve the environment? If you like, share other ways to protect it.