Deep Green

For every tonne of plastic recycled we save an enough energy that can be used by 2 people for a whole year! More >

If we could Minus the car, the drive and the waking up at dawn, we could save so much energy, and slow down global warming. More >

Get kinetic workout clothes. What these do is convert your motion into electricity, which can then be used to power your iPod. More >

Bring your personal re-usable shopping bag to replace plastic or paper bags. Plastic bags do not biodegrade. More >

Let’s Minus the paperwork from our lives! If we Minus enough paper from our lives, we could Minus paperwork entirely. More >

The next time you want to add some pizzazz to your home, think about the type of paint to use. More >

It’s back to basics big-time. Instead of using an electric blender to froth up your coffee/omelette/icing/batter use a hand beater or whisk. More >

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Minus Philosophy

It means to subtract...

Tip 1:
Telecommuting

How much time and energy do you spend going to work? If we could Minus the car, the drive and the waking up at dawn, We could save so much energy, and slow down global warming. Try working from home for a couple of days a month. All you need is a laptop and a good Internet connection, and you’re on your way.

Tip 2:
Working Out

The gym is a must. Okay. We all should exercise more, anyway. And here’s how you can make energy while burning it on your workouts. Get kinetic workout clothes. What these do is convert your motion into electricity, which can then be used to power your iPod. Ta-dah!

Tip 3:
Shopping

Yes, it is necessary. What to do? Simple. Make it greener. Bring your personal re-usable shopping bag to replace plastic or paper bags. Plastic bags do not biodegrade. They are here for life. And, plastic bags are made from petroleum. Every plastic bag you save, saves the Earth.

Tip 4:
Paperwork

Everyone hates it. And it’s bad for Earth. So, Let’s Minus the paperwork from our lives! Re-use old wrapping paper. Use both sides of the sheet at work – but, think before you print! Choose the e-billing options made available by your bank, phone company, etc. If we Minus enough paper from our lives, we could Minus paperwork entirely. (Well, it’s a dream…)

Tip 5:
Renovations

We all do it, at one time or another. So, The next time you want to add some pizzazz to your home, think about the type of paint to use. There are common household paints that contain UV agents (and are still eco-friendly) that can cool your home by up to 5 degrees Centigrade. That’s a lot of air-conditioning time and energy saved.

Tip 6:
Calories, not Electricity

It’s back to basics big-time. Instead of using an electric blender to froth up your coffee/omelette/icing/batter use a hand beater or whisk. Apart from how great they look, they also work a treat. The electricity you save adds up to a substantial amount in the course of a year.