Calling all residents of Douglasville to GO GREEN!

What is going green? Going green means living a life, both as an individual and as a community, in a way that is friendly to the natural environment and is sustainable for our earth. 

Waste Reduction 

The number one way to reduce waste is not to create it in the first place.  Not creating waste requires refusing disposable products and reusing and repairing items that you already have.  By incorporating durable, reusable items into your daily routine, you can help put an end to single-use waste, save money and prevent litter.

B.Y.O - Bring Your Own 

Replacing disposable products with reusable ones is one way you can help stop waste before it starts.  Although some disposable products like water bottles can be recycled, bringing your own cup, bottle and bags is the BEST choice for saving money and preventing litter.

 

Easy Steps

Here are some tips to make remembering to bring your own reusables as easy as possible:

• Place your cup and water bottle by your keys, purse or backpack each night or first thing in the morning.
• Keep a spare mug at work.
• Post a reminder by your door or in your phone.
• Write “Bring Bags” at the top of your grocery list and put bags with your list.
• Keep bags in your car.
• After making a reservation at a restaurant, set a reminder in your phone to bring your own to-go box.
• Roll a utensil set up in a cloth napkin & store it in your purse or bag and/or keep a set at work.
• Carry a reusable straw.

 

Composting

Composting is nature’s way of recycling.  Food and yard waste can be turned into valuable organic matter and nutrients that can be used for gardens, lawns and even houseplants.

Benefits of Composting:

• Keeps organic matter out of the landfill.
• Increases soils ability to retain moisture.
• Reduces the need to purchase fertilizer or herbicides for gardens and landscaping.

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Make An Impact!

Going Green is MORE than just recycling. In fact, recycling should be considered the last option. Finding ways to reduce consumption and waste as well as reuse items should be our first actions.

War time posters during World War II reminded us to “use it up, wear it out, make it do, or do without”.

We are challenging every Douglasville resident to REDUCE and REUSE. Leave a smaller footprint and save our valuable resources by choosing to be a good environmental steward.  Our Earth thanks you!