The call to environmental awareness is at its loudest as nature and Mother Earth start to struggle against the difficulties created by human behaviour. Animals and vegetation are having trouble adapting to climate change and global temperatures are on the rise as humans generate more and more pollution. No doubt, it’s high time that we pitch into the worldwide effort to resolve these big problems.
Although it might seem like a giant hurdle insurmountable by just individuals, it’s actually the little things we do that will make it possible to stop the progression and reverse the effects of climate change. There are many things you can do in the comfort of your home to help the cause, and these easy and simple strategies will lead you towards becoming an environmentally friendly homeowner.
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
This is a long-standing concept that has been taught and advocated for years, and it still stands true today. These three basic Rs of environmental friendliness make it possible to lessen the waste products we release into the ecosystem and thus slow down the accumulation of garbage in landfills worldwide. Reduce your footprint by turning off the water while you’re soaping or shampooing, switching off lights and other electronics when not in use, buying only what you need to save items from spoiling, and other acts that will lead you towards a lessened consumption of daily items. Reuse products that are still in good shape such as plastic food containers, cardboard boxes, and paper bags. Recycle old items instead of throwing them away like turning old shirts into cleaning rags. Use an eco-friendly junk removal service instead of sending your recyclable and reusable stuff to the landfill.
Choose Your Products
The selection of cleaning products and other household items can be very vast; make sure you make the right choice. There are certain detergents and cleaning products that might be able to wash out your home but pose a threat to Mother Nature. Steer clear of products that contain harmful chemicals (such as ammonia, chlorine, and synthetic fragrances) that damage our shared environment. Read labels and opt to use organic cleaning materials. You can even find home-made solutions that can be just as effective as store-bought options, so make sure you read into some DIYs and online resources. The recipes out there are really quite simple, and it’s likely you already own a lot of the ingredients required (like baking soda, lime juice and…vodka!)
Clean Regularly
Maintaining a clean house will allow you to reduce the chances of harmful bacteria, contaminants, and other toxins to thrive in and around your area. Make sure you maintain a regular cleaning schedule and dispose of your waste the right way by hiring a junk removal company. From old papers to broken electronics to construction debris, get it rid of it all the environmentally friendly way.
Junk Ninja is the junk removal service of choice for environmentally conscious homeowners in Ottawa. We recycle and donate every item we can, divert tonnes of materials from landfills every year. Get in touch to book your next junk removal online!
With our professional junk removal services, we are proud to serve the Ottawa area. Contact Junk Ninja for the following Junk Removal Services:-
➤ Junk Removal ➤ E-Waste Removal
➤ Appliance Removal ➤ Hot Tube Removal
➤ Furniture Removal ➤ Yard Waste Removal
➤ Renovation Cleanup ➤ Deck Removal
➤ Hoarding Cleanup ➤ E-State Cleanup
Would you like to know more about the Ottawa Recycling, Removal, and Disposal Guide and also want to contribute to the fight against climate change? Find out what can be recycled in Ottawa, where to find recycling depots, and how to reduce your waste in this helpful guide.You can also check our Complete Guide to Junk Removal In Ottawa.
