Responsible Consumption Is Green and Saves Green
You might be surprised to realize that by living a greener lifestyle, it’s also easier to save some “green” through the concept of Responsible Consumption. Considering the environmental impact of purchases often leads to a more economical use of the products you buy. The best approach for reaching a Responsible Consumption state-of-mind is an evolving attitude, not a literal checklist. When you begin to approach consumer habits with a responsible mindset, you are likely to go green and save green at the same time.
Here are three examples: Locally produced foods are often more affordable because less money is spent on gasoline & shipping, pesticides, marketing and extensive packaging. Second-hand items such as furniture and clothing extend the lives of products at a cheaper price for buyers. Consuming filtered tap water instead of bottled alternatives is more affordable and eliminates the cost of bottling production and shipping. .
Greenermind.org has an online resource dedicated to Responsible Consumption. They urge you to reflect on the following questions. What did I buy today? How did I live today? What did I throw out today? How did I move today? And how did I think today? To find out more and see 23 Responsible Consumption actions you can take, click here.