With the recent trend toward going green intensifying, it is no wonder that there are green versions of nearly everything these days. The green list is so vast, that trying to parcel it out piece by piece is futile. The best way to go about living a greener lifestyle is step by step. Make a list of the things normally bought at the grocery store and then decide if trying the organic, chemical-free, or non-toxic version of that item is a possibility. On the next trip to the discount retailer look for the environmentally friendly version of that light bulb that needs replacing in the hall closet. When it is time to buy a new vehicle, determine if a lifestyle change will accommodate that hybrid or electric vehicle.
Many consumers look at the upfront costs of going green, and when they see the initial price difference between the standard version and the green version, they immediately go for the cheaper standard. However, what most consumers do not realize is that the slightly more expensive light bulb will last longer and use less electricity than the standard version, and it will be less expensive in the long run. This cost savings is seen over and over again when comparing green merchandise with standard versions. Sometimes it is not money that is saved, but rather, it is good health that is preserved.
More on this next time...
Until then -- live green and prosper.
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