5 Benefits of Going Green
Everywhere you look in the news and media today you see stories about global warming and our effects on the earth. While it seems to make sense that we should all be a little kinder to Mother Earth, what exactly are some of the benefits of going green?
Our short answer is… just review every page on this site and we think you will see a strong case for the benefits of going green (We are lazy, but not that lazy). So, since we know you are pressed for time we have compiled our top 5 benefits of going green below.
Going Green Benefit 1: Save the Earth
Pretty obvious huh? We are not going to spend much time discussing this benefit as it’s the overall point of the going green movement (and this site for that matter), but saving the Earth is the biggest benefit of going green. While our collective actions have done huge amounts of damage to our planet, it is those same collective actions that can save it.
Going Green Benefit 2: Save your Health
Most folks are unaware of the dangers in common household cleaning supplies and pesticides, but they all have a cumulative effect on our bodies. From switching to greener cleaning supplies to eating more organic foods, we can all take small steps to positively impact our own personal health.
Going Green Benefit 3: Save Money
One of the side benefits of going green that many folks are just now realizing, going green can save you money (I know…sounds like the used car commercials on late night TV, but it’s true). We have a whole section on “Save Money Going Green” with tips and hints for doing just that. From saving money on home energy costs to easy ways to increase the gas mileage of your car, there are hundreds of ways to save money while going green, and who doesn’t want to save money?
Going Green Benefit 4: Save the Economy
As our Economy is currently in a nasty recession, many folks claim that this is not a good time to be focusing on going green. We think this is the exact time we should be focusing on going green and green technologies in particular.
Looking at the world economy, it is very difficult for the United States to compete in many traditional areas like manufacturing. One of the best ways for us to “keep our edge” and continue to compete is by being the leader in green technologies. The U.S. has always been an innovator and its part of what has kept us as a world economic power… green technology just may be the next big thing to be a leader in. That’s why its encouraging to see that part of President Obama’s economic plan includes the creation of 5 million “green collar jobs” over the next decade.
Another side benefit of developing greener technologies is that it will also lessen our dependence on foreign oil. As we discussed in our article about the Pentagon Going Green, this not only saves us pennies at the pump but saves lives as well.
Going Green Benefit 5: It Just Feels Good
Deep down we all know we SHOULD be trying to be greener.. it just makes sense. It’s good for the Earth, good for our health, good for the wallet, etc. etc. etc. Do we really want to hand our children and our grand children a steaming pile of rubbish for a planet?
So why not avoid all that guilt and also reap all the other benefits outlined above? (I am sure my mother could have done a better job of making you feel guilty – I know she can sure do it to me – but she was not available while writing this article). Take that extra 10 seconds to recycle that can or bottle and enjoy that little feeling that you are doing the right thing.
In the end, just remember that going green will not only save the Earth… it will also improve your quality of life and provide many other benefits as well. So the next time someone asks you “Why are you so concerned about being green?” you just might have a few new answers up your sleeve.
What do you think are the main benefits of going green? As always, let us know your thoughts in the comments.
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Thanks for the information on going green. This is what we should all be doing for the benefit of ourselves and our families. Keep up the great information and I will subscribe to your RSS.
I think in this day and age we have to do what we can to go greener. It’s no longer an issue of what we “should” do but what we “must” do. Thanks for the information and I look forward to your future articles.
I think it is great that u take part in these things! I think everyone should be involved and take part in going green!
You inspired me to go green!! Thanks so much!
from, karina pucci<3 (:
Great blog about going green! You have listed some great reasons, although the reasons really are endless!!
I will definitely check back for more tips and inspiration.
Lauri
Green is the way of the future. It is nice to find some great information about how to do it…Thanks!
Did you see the story about the size of the garbage dump is in the ocean? It is the size of Texas. Too much plastic and other stuff that is not biodegradable. There is no doubt that we should go green. Good ideas here.
The small steps can make a HUGE difference. If everyone would impliment a few basic changes, adding more as needed; we would have a coonsistently greener world. Small consistet adjustments will create more impact than a one or twice “green haul!”
It’s about time we are conscious of our environment and be aware of the damage man has done to the environment. Going green is the way, and hopefully this site can promote the “green” movement and people can check out why the need to go green.
Hey! This is a cool blog. You’ve listed some great reasons why we should go green, but the best reason to me is because Mother Earth has nurtured us for this long. But how do we repay her? We start destroying her. Think of her as your own mother. Would you do that to her?
Anyway, great blog! I’ll def recommend this to all my friends.
Nice blog, I had a ‘green moment’ myself after mowing the lawn. I figured why am I pushing around an electric lawnmower, then going to the gym? So I swapped my electric mower for a manual one and got my own workout whilst doing the grass – saves on the gym membership as well
Jim
Going green is all about being healthy. It is mind boggling when you learn about all the chemicals we are exposed to on a daily basis. Going green can reduce or eliminate allergies, help you loose weight, and reduce the risk of major health issues down the pike. If we all lived a healthier, greener lifestyle, the planet in turn would be healthier.