People think that living an eco-friendly life is boring, but do you know that you can actually have fun while helping save the environment at the same time? Going green is exciting contrary to what most people think. Whether you’re trying to hold a tree-planting activity or host a party at home, there are plenty of things you can do and contribute to help fight global warming. Try these tips in case you decide to host a party that’s both fantastic and eco-friendly:
1. Use recyclable paper for your invitations. Instead of spending some cash on invitation cards, why not make your own out of recyclable paper? They’re free and will have your own personal touch in them. There are probably a lot of old newspaper and magazines in your shelf that you can use. A little creativity and you’re good to go. Alternatively, you can take advantage of modern technology and send out your invitation using the internet. There are plenty of sites out there that allow people to make electronic invitation cards that you can send to your invited guests. Most people do not like this idea, claiming that it lacks personal touch and can be cold way of inviting someone. However, if you really want to minimize paper waste, this option is probably the best.
2. Take advantage of nature. Perhaps the best place to host an eco-friendly party is no other than your lawn. There, you can advantage of natural lighting and decors that you would otherwise have spent upon in case you decided to hold the party inside a building. In an open space like a garden, you can also take advantage of the natural ventilation that will help you save on air conditioning and other electrical cost.
3. Use biodegradable utensils. Utensils will surely make up 90 percent of your garbage, so to limit waste disposal, use biodegradable plates, cups, spoons, and forks. Paper plates and cups will only add to your garbage, and using your China will only encourage the use of dishwashing liquids that contain harmful chemicals.
4. Serve organic food. You may not realize it but do you know that there are actually eco-friendly foods available today? Yes, from children’s treats to organic wine, you can actually enjoy the party serving not only eco-friendly but healthy dishes as well. There are also tasty cakes and cookies made from organic ingredients such as spinach and broccoli that you can serve during dessert.
5. Encourage car pooling. When the day of the event comes, hire someone or ask a friend to pick up all your guests in a spot that is accessible to everyone. Sure, there will be guests who would drive their way to the venue, but there would also be some who would be glad to enjoy a free ride as long as the pickup spot is near their house. By doing this, you will minimize the need of people to drive and spend on fuel and even transportation.
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