Show me the Green

The current economic climate has raised the question: Can we still afford to go green?

As a sustainability consultant, I view sustainability and economics to be closely linked. The pursuit of a sustainable lifestyle or simply incorporating sustainability concepts into your current life is in direct alignment with saving money. A few small changes can add up to big savings. Here are some easy things you can do:

•    Practice energy conservation at your home and business by efficiently running and turning off appliances not in use to dramatically reduce your electric bill.
•    Watch your daily water consumption at the sink, shower and laundry and find savings in your water use.
•    Support your local community in buying local in-season produce and watch the cost of groceries go down.
•    Coordinate and combine your driving activities with public transportation, bike riding, or walking and make fewer trips to the gas station.
•    Take a walk on a nice evening with your date or spouse and save money on that trip to the movies.

By incorporating sustainability concepts into your world, you are not only promoting eco awareness but also directly impacting your wallet. “Going Green” doesn’t have to be an expense. It can be a sustainable lifestyle change that saves you money.

Taiga Company offers personal consulting that can help you build a personal sustainability plan that is right for you.