Save Your Money. Go Green.

Global warming is occuring whether we like it or not. It’s a fact we all have to face, and a problem we have to combat the world over. It’s commonly believed that in order to reduce our carbon footprint we’ll have to give things up, or make drastic changes to our lifestyle. Some big changes do need to occur, but there are many minor changes we can make. On their own they might not save the planet, but done as part of scheme of changes we can reduce our emissions and in the process save some money.

Step 1 - Get some exercise

For many people their car is an absolute necessity. The truth for a lot of us is that we could do without it. Think to yourself, is work within biking or walking distance? If it is then absolutely do it. You’ll save money on petrol and parking, and have the added bonus of improving your health. Don’t forget about public transport as well. Buses and trains are great ways to cut the cost of commuting.

Step 2 - No more bottled water

Bottled water is currently more than expensive than fuel. Why waste your money on the bottled stuff when it’s virtually free from a tap? Not only are you saving yourself money, but if we all get involved we can lower the number of plastic bottles currently being dumped in land fills across the world. If your tap water isn’t that great, get yourself a filter.

Step 3 - Saving money around the house

Here’s a good habbit to get in to. Always switch your electrical equipment off at the plug. The whole time products are on standby they’re actually using power and costing you money. Switch them off and you can cut your carbon footprint and your electric bill. Do other things such as wash your clothes at a lower temperature, and get yourself a drying rack too. Also look in to changing your current bulbs to energy saving bulbs. You’ll be surprised at how much money you save.

Step 4 - Recycle your phone

The best thing about recycling your old phones is the money incentive. I’m sure we’ve all got a couple of old cell phones around the house. Instead of throwing them away, make sure they’re recycled properly. Sell it to a friend, put it on ebay or check out http://www.mopay.co.uk/

There are tons of ways to save money by going green, and I’ve barely scratched the surface here. Don’t fear though, more articles are to follow so get signed up to our mailing list and be the first to find out! Just put your email in the form to the right, or sign up to our RSS feed.