Foreword
The Earth has a fixed amount of natural resources - some of which
are already consumed. So as population development greatly strains
our finite resources, there are fewer resources useable.
If we mean to
leave our youngsters and grandchildren with the same standard of
life we have savored, we must preserve the foundation of that
standard of life.
We save for college educations, dental orthopedics,
and weddings, but what about saving fresh air, water, fuel sources
and soil for future generations?
Living Green For A Better Tomorrow
10 Ways To Help Our Mother Earth
Green Up Your Wash
Most of us are completely aware of the need to use
environmentally friendly products.
Wash It Right
The environment is a big issue and there are numerous areas that are
being targeted by the "green movement" one of which is laundry. So
take a moment to think about what you pour into your washing
machine and how much energy you use washing clothes as well as
drying them.
Using cold water over hot water will save about 3 times the amount of
energy used when washing. Some European detergents are
formulated to use hot water when washing, so stick to detergent made
in America which work fine with cold water.
Use soap that works well in cold water and start your wash by filling
the washer with water before adding the soap and then finally the
clothes. Using a small amount of baking soda can also cut back the
amount of detergent needed for a wash. A large amount of cleaning is
a result of the agitation of the water and not by the detergent.
Use a detergent that's environmentally friendly. There are many types
of detergent but it is unclear which are natural and safe for the
environment so you may have to do your own research. Don't be
tricked by marketing-- check for yourself what is really in the
detergent and what you're spending money on
If possible hang dry your clothes. Dryers use a large amount or
electricity and money. Plus if you hang dry your clothes the fresh air
and the sunlight naturally whitens them. Clothes will turn out cleaner
since most stains are set in by the heat of the dryer.
