Did you know: Galápagos Islands are situated in the Pacific Ocean some 1,000km from the South American continent. These 19 islands of the Galápagos have been called a unique ‘living museum and showcase of evolution’. Ongoing volcanic activity reflects the processes that formed the islands. Located at the confluence of three oceanic currents, the Galápagos is a “melting pot” of marine species.
Using cloth reusable bags instead of plastic shopping bags will help reduce plastic waste with significantly.
How many of us have already started using green bags?
Amazing idea to recycle your wine bottles into a beautiful candle stand. Would you like to try this at home?
Did you know: Mount Roraima also known as Tepuy Roraima is the highest of the Pakaraima chain of Tepui plateau in South America.
The mountain includes the triple border point of Venezuela, Brazil and Guyana.
Do not litter. Don’t forget to put your leftovers in the garbage bin after your party
Save water, because every drop counts!
What a great way to give your plastic bottles a new look. Yes this is recycled and trendy. We are sure you would like to try this.
Protecting the environment is everyone’s responsibility. Start contributing from your part before it gets too late.
Before you drink coffee and tea, keep these tips in mind:
1. Think Local Brew
Seek out the coffee and tea that have traveled the least distance to reach you and also aim at supporting local, independent farms, cafés, and roasters.
2. Mug shots
Find that perfect mug and make the investment. Not only is a reusable mug more pleasurable to sip out of than a paper cup, but it will replace an untold number of disposable cups, plastic sippy tops, “java jackets,” and other disposable paraphernalia. Make a quick tally of how many disposable coffee or tea cups you use in a month…yeah, it’s probably a lot.
3. Organic
Coffee and tea that bear organic certification are more eco-friendly because they are grown and processed without toxic chemicals, are cultivated and harvested in ways that protect sensitive ecosystems, and spare workers from exposure to harmful pesticides and herbicides. Shade grown coffee is another important category that preserves habitats for migratory birds on coffee farms, also letting beans mature more slowly and creating richer flavors.
4. Fair Trade
Certified fair trade coffee and tea helps ensure living wages and safe working conditions for farmers.
5. Home brew
The local café is great. It’s got your friends, good food, free wireless. But if you think you can be greener and/or tastier in your own kitchen, give it a try. When you brew at home you know where the beans and leaves are coming from and also where they go when they’re spent. Plus, you can’t forget your mug, you can choose organic milk, and never toss out another paper sugar packet, make your coffee exactly as you like it, maybe try dark brown sugar or raw honey instead of plain old white sugar… And try a bit of quick math on the cost savings of making your morning cup at home. The savings definitely add up.
6. Loosen Up
Tea bags and coffee filters can be useful but are mostly unnecessary. Great coffee can be made at home with a reusable filter or a stovetop espresso maker. A quality tea infuser can last a lifetime and replace an untold number of (questionably compostable) tea bags. If you do use filters and bags, look for biodegradable and unbleached ones.
7. Milk and Sugar
Most people put one thing or another in their hot beverage of choice. Don’t foul up your organic, fair trade, bird friendly, solar roasted brew with chemical and hormone-laden milk and sugar from a little paper packet. If you don’t do the cow thing, look for organic rice, soy, or almond milk to yin up your yang. Maple syrup in coffee or honey in tea is another well-kept secret.
8. Compost the Roast
Tea leaves and especially coffee grounds make outstanding compost. Coffee’s high nitrogen content has made it a fertilizer of choice since days of yore. Composting leaves and grounds helps keep organic waste out of landfills, makes great soil, and keeps waste baskets dry. If you don’t have a heap to toss it on, just spread coffee grounds on the top of your plants’ soil.
9. Gift the Good Stuff
Organic coffee and tea make superb gifts for friends and coworkers, as well as effective peace offerings for estranged family members and ex-lovers. It’s also a great way to get people appreciating the many benefits of a “greener” coffee or tea habit.
Words of Wisdom!
This weekend plant a tree and make your contribution to environment. Have a happy weekend!
A good way to enjoy Eco-friendly summer camp at home. Recycle your old plastic bottles to build up tent like this.
On World Blood Donor’s Day, Donate blood, Save life and become a hero
Wednesday Makeover Tip: Add liveliness to your kids room with bright fabrics. Your daughter will love pink, and you can use bright shades of blue for your son.
Words of Wisdom!
A child learns and follows what his parents do. Lets become a responsible parent and teach our child to care for mother Earth
Orange Candle. Great idea to have home made scented candles.
Wednesday Makeover Tip: Lighting can make or break any room. Let the natural light enter your room. Add sparkle and drama with a pair of matching metallic table or floor lamps.
On this World Environment Day take a pledge to save energy by switching off lights when not in use.
Words of Wisdom!
Did you know: Mud lovers trek to Gobustan’s strangely Martian landscape, 65 kilometers south of Azerbaijan’s capital Baku, where thick gray mud regularly spews from small volcanoes.
The mud is thought to have medicinal qualities, so don’t be surprised if you see people stripping down and lathering themselves in the goo. Look out for the area’s Roman inscriptions and the petroglyphic rock art.
A beautiful recycled Wine-bottle Chandelier.
This chandelier can be found at the SLO Down Pub, in Arroyo Grande, California
Lets gift a smile to all the cancer survivors around us and celebrate this day because
“There’s Life After Cancer – And It’s Something to Celebrate!” -NCSD
So where are you going for trip this weekend? Do remember staying green wherever you go!
