Tomorrow is Independence Day in the United States. Here is an article about making this 4th of July more eco-friendly – hat tip to Green Home Experts, by the way. Nothing too difficult, and you may be doing these things already, but given all the fireworks, charcoal and lighter fluid, disposable plates and silverware, and tons of meat, it’s amazing how un-green the default Independence Day festivities are. Still, who says we can’t modify old traditions?
So to their list, I might add some more suggestions.
– Compost your food scraps.
– Add locally-grown food to the locally-brewed libations.
– Consider public transit, walking, or bicycling for travel, if it’s feasible.
– If you have one, use a solar cooker! If you don’t, learn to make one.
And last but not least, have fun. Since we’re celebrating independence and the founding of the United States, we can remind ourselves that this country is beautiful and worth conserving while we enjoy time with family and friends. Happy 4th!
