Set some standards when it comes to future purchases
Thursday, July 16th, 2009
When it comes to shopping, some people are a pro at it, but what exactly are they buying and what impact could it have on the environment. To help ease the environmental burden look for standards when shopping. Here are some tips to keep you on the right track with your buying needs.
1. Look for labels that have meaning: Look to labels like the certification labels from Scientific Certification System or even the Cradle to Cradle (C2C) Certification as well. These labels help to insure for one you are getting a product that wants to have a hand in environmental issues and two the product wasn’t made from virgin materials.
2. Shop where you can trust: This is simple really; it’s the fact of shopping a trusted retailer. Home-improvement stores that are small and have some of the best employee’s right in your own home town maybe where you should look to find the best in green products. And if you can’t find what you are looking for, I am sure they are eager to help.
3. Don’t be afraid to ask questions: Asking about a certain product can really help you gain some understand about where the material can from, what are the byproducts of the manufactured, how was it delivered, maintained and operated and even if the material or product is healthy.
*Natural and Sustainable Living Tip: Save paper when it comes to finding out more about a retailer, by not requesting a catalog from them. Many retailers have the option of purchasing products they carry from their online stores. Look to online stores that offer sustainable merchandise as well like Ruby Green, Plover Organics, and Kate Quinn Organics as well.
Here’s to living a natural, sustainable, good life!
