Are you a green consumer?
As consumers we rest at the end of the productive chain, making us responsible for closing the chain. We decide what to buy, how much of it we buy, and how we use the product. Many times we
purchase items that don’t necessarily satisfy our needs for survival. This often leads to excess consumerism, adding to our carbon footprint and hurting our environment.
It’s important to be a conscious shopper and purchase goods from businesses that follow environmentally friendly regulations, as well as ethical practices in the manufacturing of their products. By modifying the way we shop and being green consumers, we act responsibly and take care of our natural resources, making sure of the wellbeing of future generations.
To be green consumers, we need to become more aware of where our products are coming from, and know whether they’re ethically produced or not.
Here are a 7 ways you can start being a green consumer today…
-Buy less: All products contain an invisible carbon footprint, even a cup of water.
-Choose products with less packaging: Less packaging means less unnecessary waste.
-Opt for durable goods: You don’t need to keep buying bottled water if you have a good plastic or glass refillable water bottle.
-Choose handmade products over store-bought products
-Support your local farmers market: When you buy local products, you not only strengthen your local economy, but you also reduce the environmental damage that would be generated by buying products transported from foreign countries.
-Eat organic: Choose foods that are naturally produced, without pesticides or preservatives. Not only are they good for you, but they’re also good for the environment.
-Choose fair trade products: Make sure that your products are being produced in an ethical and just manner.
