Synonymous with climate change and pollution, this issue is the contributor for mass speculation. Every individual has the ability to help ensure the health of our environment and awareness and education is the first step. Contrary to popular belief, it is not the sole fault of large corporations that our environment is in crisis. It is us, the individual consumer. Without our need and demand, these companies would not be producing ecologically harmful products.
Information is our best defense and making more environmentally sound decisions our best offense.
There are many substitutes for products and merchandise that would be more environmentally safe, it is just a matter of knowing what they are. Use of any chlorine compounds is very harmful to the environment including bubbles in plastic foam, spray paint, fire extinguishers, bleach and a multitude of discarded household and industrial chemicals. Phosphates found in many laundry detergents and soaps contributes to water pollution and should be avoided. Cedar chips are effective for moth control, and even feeding your dog brewers yeast will help control fleas. It is very important to keep up on the maintenance of your refrigerator and air conditioners as they can leak very toxic and harmful chemicals.