Last year was the 40th anniversary of Earth Day and recognizing our Planet’s precious resources and the importance of working and living with a Green filter. In honor of Southwest’s 40th anniversary and more than 40 years of celebrating Earth Day, here are 40 ways you can go Green.
1. Start carrying a reusable bag.
2. Bring a travel mug to your favorite coffee shop.
3. Eat an all-local meal.
4. Take public transit.
5. Walk or bike instead of driving.
6. Install a water filter on your tap so you don't feel the need to drink bottled water.
7. Install an aerator on your kitchen tap to reduce water use.
8. Replace old toilets with dual flush models.
9. Invest in rechargeable batteries.
10. Start buying and using compact fluorescent lights (CFLs) or LED light bulbs.
11. Take hazardous waste to your local drop-off center.
12. Switch to all-natural cleaners (homemade or store-bought).
13. Stop using paper plates.
14. Buy a bunch of tea towels and ban paper towels from your home.
15. Build a backyard compost bin.
16. Plant a garden to help promote biodiversity.
17. Switch to eating organics, especially fruits and vegetables.
18. Purchase products with minimal packaging.
19. Install a water-saving shower head.
20. Invest in cloth napkins and stop buying paper ones!
21. Plant a tree in your yard.
22. Share your green know-how with others.
23. Try a locally-brewed and/or organic beer.
24. Plug your electronics into a smart power strip, which automatically senses when electronics aren't being used and cuts power to avoid phantom power use.
25. Take a short shower (5 to 10 minutes).
26. Head to the library to indulge your reading habit instead of the bookstore.
27. Turn your thermostat down at night or when you're at work.
28. Throw a clothing swap.
29. Rake and sweep rather than using a leaf blower.
30. Recycle your old sneakers with Nike's
Reuse a Shoe program.
31. Get a solar charger for your iPod and other electronics with built-in batteries.
32. If you're not doing it already, start recycling!
33. Learn and follow your local recycling guidelines.
34. Switch to a renewable energy provider.
35. Carpool with coworkers or friends who work close to your office.
36. Walk or ride your bicycle instead of driving.
37. Stop buying plastic water bottles.
38. Recycle your old electronics at
Best Buy.
39. Donate your old phone to a charity.
40. Become a Green Ambassador!
