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bookmark_borderHow to Join Eco Organizations in Your Community

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Hey earth muffins! Are you a member of any eco-friendly groups in your city? An awesome way to make an impact on the community AND the planet is to get involved with others who care about Mother Earth. Don’t worry – it’s easy to join eco organizations too! Just follow these simple tips:

Do a quick search of the groups in your area.

The first step to join eco organizations is to (obviously) learn about all the groups in your area. Google is a great place to start if you aren’t sure of what is around you. Another great resource is to ask the owners and/or staff of sustainable stores in town. They most likely will be involved with the local organizations already, which is a great way to learn about opportunities in your area. Don’t be afraid to put yourself out there and ask.

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bookmark_borderMy Pet Peeves About People Doing “Eco” Things

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Hey earth muffins! After being on an eco journey for a few years, you might begin to notice that you are more aware of sustainability issues… Which oftentimes can lead to being annoyed at people who aren’t as well-educated in the sustainable space. I hear you, this happens to me too. In today’s post, we will be looking at some common eco pet peeves of mine…

~ Wishcycling

We all know these people. If they think something can be recycled they just pop it in the recycling bin. They avoid the issue themselves and force the recycling center/workers to sift out the item as either trash or actual recyclable. Even worse, some people just do this because it helps them avoid high trash collection fees. 🙄 Wishcycling is annoying because it can cause issues (and slowdowns) at the recycling plant. And, of course, the motive of these people to recycle is not in the planet’s best interest. It is essential to educate wishcyclers on how to properly recycle.

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