Bamboo is a wonderfully sustainable resource. It is naturally organic because it is grown without pesticides or chemicals, is 100% biodegradable, and is naturally regenerative.
Did You Know? Eco-Chic Green Fact #12
May 9, 2012 By Leave a Comment
- Artificial lighting accounts for 44 percent of the electricity use in office buildings.
- Make it a habit to turn off the lights when you're leaving any room for 15 minutes or more and utilize natural light when you can.
- Make it a policy to buy Energy Star-rated lightbulbs and fixtures, which use at least two-thirds less energy than regular lighting, and install timers or motion sensors that automatically shut off lights when they're not needed.
Did You Know? Eco-Chic Green Fact #11
May 6, 2012 By
Using less plastic is a great way to help our environment. The fact that plastic doesn't biodegrade means it often ends up in our oceans and streams and litters our highways. Plastic is made from oil so cutting back on plastic helps preserve natural resources. There are many things you can do to reduce your use of plastic. Even small changes in our daily lives can make a huge difference.
