On the basis of the issues raised in this chapter, what changes would you incorporate in your life-style in a move towards a sustainable use of our resources?
One should incorporate the following changes in life style in a move towards a sustainable use of resources-
o Use recycled paper.
o Use paper and jute bags for shopping instead of plastic bags.
o Stop deforestation and promote afforestation.
o Avoid use of vehicles that run on petrol for shorter distances and use bicycles instead.
o Throw biodegradable and non-biodegradable wastes into separate dustbins.
o Avoid use of heaters in winters.
o Switch of lights during daytime and work in sunlight instead.
o Practice rainwater harvesting in order to recharge ground water.
o Close the water taps when not in use.
o Get leaking taps repaired.
o Replace filament bulbs with CFL’s
o Install solar panels wherever possible to generate electricity from sunlight.