Going Green

Since the past year or so, enough has been discussed, deliberated and dialogued on 'Green' - the buzz word world over. Last year was Poland and this year we will see it in Copenhagen where world leaders discuss the fate of climate change. We already know that damage has been done so what next? Yesterday when I took part in a virtual Climate Change Conference (titled 'Humanity's Leap in the Golden Era'), it dawned me more than ever before, that there is indeed nothing I have done in my part to even be more conscious of the environment, to contribute in a way less damaging or simply doing things that would typically be considered ‘responsible’ – in short, altering my very own lifestyle that currently generates more waste like nobody’s business!

One of the speakers at the conference focused on how our very own 'attitudes' need to change and this got me thinking of ways in which our household can be well-suited to work around being environment-friendly. So thanks to the world wide web, I came across several resources that can be extremely useful for amateurs like me. I resolve to adhere to some of these tips and sharing the same with the hope that it would lead you to also take action in your own little way.

*** As part of our ‘Green Team’ efforts at work, there was a video screening of The Story of Stuff over a year ago. This is indeed a good starting point in case you haven’t see it yet -

*** They say that any change begins from within, from ourselves, our own homes. Check out your own ecological footprint here.

*** Boy oh Boy! That is a lot of energy right there! Want to get a second opinion? Check how green you are.

*** Having fun with these calculations? Here is another to see the impact your house has on the environment.

*** So you want to know what this whole green business is all about? Want to know what global warming means and what are those carbon credits they are referring to? No, for once these 'credits' do not apply to your so-called 'credit history'. Check this information here and here.

*** TERI has created a fascinating child-friendly site to introduce environmental education to children here.

*** Want some more resources for children? Kidsgreen is a fun, hands-on resource that kids may love to indulge in.

*** Want to be more green-savvy on a daily basis? Check out Green Biz and Green Daily.

*** Earth 911 is a great resource guide on how to 'Reduce-Reuse-Recycle'.

*** For the 'Greenopreneur' in you, see what Inhabitat has in store. Don't you just love that Lego Table?

*** Want to devote 'green' to your mind and body? See what MINDBODYGREEN has to offer.

*** And no list can be complete without its WIKI page.

Have any links that you have bookmarked? Any handy tips you abide by? Look forward to your inputs, suggestions and any advice to help become a little more environment-friendly.