Pesticides used in farming, gardening, and in the home can pollute the land, water and air. Many household chemicals used for cleaning contain phosphates, chlorine and other chemicals which harm humans and wildlife. By using fewer natural resources, and creating less waste, we take up less space on the planet and leave more room for other creatures. Use recycled paper products . Many stationery, grocery stores and health food stores now carry a selection of recycled paper, napkins, towels, plates, and toilet paper.
White paper is usually recyclable in offices and in some neighborhoods.
Contact your city's department of sanitation to learn more about the recycling program in your area. If none exists, contact your City Council to urge that one be started. Cut up plastics holder rings from your 6-pack drinks. Birds get strangled by them when they are disposed of in landfill piles or in water. You can eliminate the use of fertilizers, weed killers, and pesticides and still have healthy and attractive lawns and gardens.