The Benefits of Going Green for the Earth and Our Wallets

It is quite obvious that there are plenty of benefits to reap from going green. The first and most important benefits go to the environment. The Earth is the only planet that we live in and it has everything necessary for our survival.

Of course, we want to do everything in our power just so we can continue living in this planet. There may be no further explanation needed why going green can benefit the Earth, but what people do not realize is the extent of this positive impact.

Advantages

Reduced Pollution

Choosing to uphold a green lifestyle helps reduce the amount of pollution distributed to the soil, air and water. By limiting your dependence on fossil fuels and more on alternative energy resources; recycling materials; and reducing waste, there will be fewer pollutants for the environment to take in.

Conservation of Natural Resources

Majority of the world’s source of electricity comes from burning fossil fuels, such as natural gas, coal, and oil. Burning these fuels only emits greenhouse gases, which can have a detrimental effect to the environment. You can cut down emissions by choosing to use alternative energy sources and reducing energy consumption.

Preservation of Different Species

Going green is going pro-life as this lifestyle helps preserve natural habitats of different species of plants and animals. Various plant and animal species are threatened to extinction due to deforestation. If you reduce too much consumption on paper products or support recycling, you can decrease the rate at which these species extinct. In addition, pollution also finds its way to the waters and for that, going green also helps in the preservation of marine life.

Less Waste Production

A green lifestyle encourages people to minimize their consumption and recycle items to help reduce waste production. If you reduce, reuse, and recycle, you are doing something to decrease the amount of waste that ends up in landfills. These waste materials biodegrade, they release carbon dioxide in the process which can harm the environment.

Going Green Also Benefits Your Wallet

Apart from the environmental benefits, going green can also help you save money without you realizing it. Prices of gas could go on a hike but you have the option to take your bike to work or even walk to get to your destination. This not only helps reduce carbon dioxide emissions from cars, but also saves you money on transportation, and at the same time get some exercise.

It has been mentioned in the previous chapter how climate change and global warming can have a detrimental effect on your health. If you put an effort to saving the planet by going green, you are also doing something to minimize the risk of developing health problems brought about by climate change. In turn, this could save you a lot of money from medical expenses.