Ways to make our valley GREEN !

I happened to lay my hands on a magazine which discussed 50 ways to save our earth or 50 ways to make our valley green or 50 ways to lessen global warming; in a nutshell 50 ways to make THE difference! Just thought to share some of those with you and contribute to the difference :-)

-Come to the light
If you have not switched to compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) that uses one third of the power than the conventional bulbs then you are living in environmental darkness.

-Grow eco friendly walls
Instead of concrete compound walls which consumes loads of cement and brick which are huge carbon emitters, try raising a trend of having fences by growing bamboo trees instead. They are far more eco friendly and act as great sinks for carbon.

- Catch the bus
The principal option for reducing energy use in our cities is to ensure that mass transport is efficient, comfortable and reasonable. This would ensure that fewer people use other forms of individual transport.

- Go for electric vehicles
Looking for a new car? Go for electric vehicles like Reva which are suitable for city driving. They are emission free and give a good speed too!

- Quit the plastic covers
Planning to go for shopping? Take cloth or paper bags along as you shop so that you can avoid those plastic covers that shops offer you.

- Building codes
With large commercial buildings mushrooming, the government launched the Energy Conservation Building code (ECBC) in 2007. It was designed to optimize energy use in buildings. It is estimated that if such norms are followed than the energy consumption will be reduced as much as 30%.

- Computers off
Many people think that they save energy when they allow computers to be screen saver mode. It not only consumes power but also increases carbon emissions. So it’s better to turn off the computer when you don’t use it.

- Save paper, Use mails
Instead of penning down your thoughts on reams of paper made from felling trees, try mails instead. Its economical and reaches faster!

- Walk or Talk, Avoid to drive
With petrol prices galloping, its time to abandon those long drives. Walking a Km would not only save money but help you cut your flab around your waist. With phone calls becoming cheaper, you can try discussing the matters over the call as well.

- Plant more trees
Plant more trees in front or at the back of your house. Trees have shading effect that can make your house colder during summer. Besides, trees can absorb carbon dioxide for photosynthesis purposes. This directly reduces the concentration of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. Make sure at least on your birthday you plant one!