Several Positive Uses For Plastic Bags

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1. Garbage liner

2. Cleaning up after pets

3. Lining the inside of paint cans

4. Covering outdoor camera equipment during a potential storm

The name of this entry says it all. Several positive uses of plastic bags. While carrying your groceries from Store A to Point B could constitute as a third positive use, cloth shopping bags alternatively provide that same benefit with the knowledge that it can be recycled.  

Setting eco-friendly trends is certainly a plus for environment if only for the fact that it encourages citizens to learn more about the impact common items have on our planet. Yet, a certain level of respect is still needed for those who use plastic bags with the intention of recycling them as garbage liners, pet picker-uppers, or through another clever use.

If using plastic bags suddenly falls in the realm of criminal behaviour, the future of environment education will be compromised due to a polar viewpoint. As with almost everything else is life, balance and moderation is key. Yes, some bags not made of plastic are easier for the planet to decompose, but baby steps is a must to avoid tripping too early.

*Update from previous blog entry using a different perspective.

 

Recycle The Rain

Rain is something that often gets taken for granted. In some parts of India the monsoon season can bring a lot of it,

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while in some parts of Africa, rain occurs annually and is a welcome sight for farmers trying to make a living growing their produce. The fact remains that in an urban environment, rain falls from the sky and end sup in the sewers. This may not be true for all urbanized cities, but for the majority it is. By recycling the rain, building a future with more trees and plant life will have an increased chance of evolving from a dream to a reality.

 

Tips:

 

1. Always consult your local government’s environment and/or weather page to make sure the rain your locality receives isn’t too acidic.

2. Rain water can potentially be used to help a garden.

3. Treat rain water like any other source of natural water, boil it before drinking and avoid leaving it in unprotected areas where bacteria can grow. 

4. Do the research, rain varies in terms of location, from acidity, to frequency of rainfall. During localized research can help establish a better understanding of rainwater where you reside.

5. When in doubt, it is often safer to let it go down the drain. If you are unsure of whether the rainwater is safe to drink, or safe for your garden, let it go down the drain.

 This post was inspired by a magnet I saw that read: “Recycle Your Rain, Don’t Let It Go Down The Drain!”

 Related articles:

• Property advice: recycling water (telegraph.co.uk)
• South Asian Monsoon Rains Could Be Delayed, Decrease In Intensity Due to Climate Change (treehugger.com)