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Things you can do for Earth Day 2011

Published on April 13, 2011 in Earth Day, Green Junk Removal and Recycling. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , , .
Earth Day 2011 is fast approaching on April 22nd. As most of you probably already know, earth day is a time where people can appreciate the earth and natural environment around us.  Earth day is also an opportunity to become more aware of our currently fragile eco-system, how we’ve impacted it, and what we can do to make things better.
For that reason, we’d like to provide a list of several things we all can do in 2011 to help the cause and make sure that future generations inherit a clean earth.
Start Recycling Now – This one seems like a no-brainer, however a surprising percentage of the population still does not participate in regular recycling.  Reusing recyclable materials is one of the keys to cutting down on our overall eco-footprint on the earth, so this one is really important.  Don’t wait another day – start recycling right away.
Get Your Kids Involved – In many cases our children tend to follow in our footsteps.  That’s why we really want to make sure that those footsteps are green!  Getting your kids involved early with recycling can help them carry those activities on when they finally go off to college.  Also, providing your children with an eco-friendly mindset will give them a valuable knowledge base for their futures (which may very well depend on clean energy and green technology).
Host a Paper Shredding Party –  You’d be blown away at how much paper is sitting around the average person’s house.  Think about your own house – how many stacks of old schoolwork, junk mail and bills are just sitting around the house.  Although we all mean to recycle these items, they can often get thrown in the wrong bin in a frenzy of cleaning chaos.  That’s why making a fun group activity aimed at recycling, like a paper shredding party can prevent any possible paper mishaps.
Start Composting - Most people think of food waste as ‘organic’ so they think it doesn’t matter where it ends up.  However, waste that ends up in a landfill can contribute to hazardous chemicals in our environment. Composting might seem like a very daunting task to those who aren’t familiar with it.  However, the basics of it are fairly simple.  Check out on online composting guide or do some basic research and you’ll be composting in no time.
Adopt a Pet from a Shelter - People across the country are buying new pets – dogs, cats, rabbits, birds or any other type of domestic animal you can think of.  Although we like to be able to pick the exact breed and type of pet we get, it’s far more humane to adopt a needy pet from a shelter.  You won’t have the same variety or breadth of choice, but these animals can be just as loving and fun; plus, they need a home.  So if you’re thinking about getting a pet any time soon, make a great earth day 2011 choice and adopt from a shelter.

Earth Day: How to Help

Published on April 22, 2010 in Earth Day, Green Junk Removal, Recycle Furniture and Recycling. 0 Comments Tags: , , , .


Earth day began in 1970 as a grassroots campaign to encourage people to respect the natural environment around us.  Since then, the annual holiday has gained a great deal of momentum. Today, a wide variety individuals and companies are making their own effort to give back to the earth.  There are a number of Earth Day causes and events that you can participate in to give back, however, it’s the little things that really matter.

Here are a few small things you can start doing on Earth Day to give back:

  • Eat and Buy Food Consciously: Buying organic and locally produced foods supports local growers and farms. This practice also helps prevent the unnecessary use of pesticides and energy for transporting foods over long distances.   Eating organic and locally grown foods also helps lessen your contribution to animal cruelty that takes place in centralized ‘factory farms.’  Not to mention, it’s often healthier and tastier.
  • Turn Off Your Electronics that aren’t in Use: A vast amount of energy is needlessly expended when electronic appliances are left on or plugged in.  Some primary types of electronics that contribute to wasted energy are TVs, phone chargers, computers and more.  Taking a moment every day to make sure a device is completely turned off and unplugged can really make a difference.
  • Save Water: Try taking a shorter shower or turning the water off while you are brushing your teeth or doing the dishes.  These small acts can accrue and help save precious water – which is fast becoming our planet’s most valuable (and scarce) commodity.
  • Use Reusable Grocery Bags: Help save a ton of paper and plastic by bringing along a few reusable grocery bags on your next shopping trip.  It’s really as simple as keeping a few spare bags in your car and carrying them into the store with you.
  • Get in the Habit of Recycling: Since 1970, recycling has come a long way, but it still has quite a way to go.  Everyone needs to help out and make sure they recycle whenever possible – it’s as easy as creating a separate waste container in your home or business or looking for the blue bin elsewhere.  For larger recycling jobs, it’s as simple as giving Junk King a call – we recycle up to 60% of the junk we pick up from your home or business and pride ourselves on being a green junk removal company.

HAPPY EARTH DAY!