Green is the New Black: 6 Ways to Go Green in 2015 from Your Green Green Grass Xperts

The start of a new year is always a great time to begin some new habits, kick some of our not-so-healthy vices and just plain make some much needed changes in our lives for the better. 

But how can you get started? Here are 6 super strategies from our Xtreme Green Grass Xperts for going green in 2015:

1. Recycle.
Did you know the average person generates almost 5 lbs. of trash a day, and 75% of the trash that makes up what we call "solid waste" is actually recyclable? Let's all do our part to keep Mother Earth looking as beautiful as possible. Even sorting your glass, plastic and aluminum into separate containers can before putting them out with your trash can make a HUGE difference!

2. Buy biodegradable when possible.
Between 500 billion and a trillion plastic bags are consumed each year... so the next time someone offers you a choice between paper or plastic, choose reusable instead! Also when possible, skip the Styrofoam. This lightweight form of plastic has been shown to be harmful not only to the environment, but can have some seriously

3. Conserve energy at home.
Turn off the lights. Don't leave the water running while you're brushing your teeth. Unplug appliances when they aren't in use (yes, they still consume energy even if they're not technically "on"). Efforts as little as these can go a long way over time, you'd be surprised!

4. Make your commute more efficient.
Live near one or more of your colleagues? Carpool if you can. Don't carry excess weight in your trunk to save fuel. Plan your trip across town accordingly, so you don't waste gas driving out to each of the stops on your to-do list for the day.

5. Jump on the compost bandwagon.
Not all trash really needs to "go out with the trash..." because much of it can actually be composted. In fact, businesses who diligently compost their food scraps cut down on their solid waste output by 33 to a whopping 85%! Composting at home can contribute to the reduction of solid waste, as well the improvement of your soil quality and a significant decrease in pest problems around your home.

6. Spruce up your outdoor view with lawn painting.
Lawn painting from Xtreme Green Grass Alabama not helps to protect your yard(s) from the damage of harsh weather conditions, it spruces up the exteriors of your home in a quick and affordable way. And it helps conserve water, since you won't have to water your lawn as much in between treatments. How's that for literally going green?!

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Here's to going green in 2015... in more ways than one!
--Your Xtreme Green Grass Xperts



Sources:
http://www.greenwaste.com/recycling-stats
http://greenliving.lovetoknow.com/How_Styrofoam_is_Bad_for_the_Environment
http://web.extension.illinois.edu/homecompost/benefits.cfm
http://www.conservation.org/Pages/What-you-can-do-tips.aspx?gclid=CjwKEAiAw56lBRCs29jB9uOvkygSJADnD3-6BFFxhb7tyO3PQcEBQlh-ID2l3jTdZS7jg7uNmUr_hhoCS7nw_wcB