We live in a world where everyone benefits from paying attention to the environment. We have already come to understand that keeping things clean can make the difference between life and death for many animals and our world. There are people who constantly strive to lessen their carbon footprint so that they can preserve the world for future generations. We learn a lot from their efforts, but there are still a few areas that need improvement. For instance, some say we would do well if we figured out a way to start embracing Eco friendly water transport.
Why Worry About Carbon Footprints?
We all play an important role in the way our earth is suffering. We drive where we want to go in our personal vehicles rather than carpool with others. We use pesticides, natural resources, and more. Even pieces of trash that we throw away rather than recycle add up to the “footprints” we leave behind. All of these little things that we do not really ever think about, add up to big issues for our future generations. If we keep going and do not start trying to save our environment, and lessen our negative impacts on it, our great grand-kids will not have the same things that we do.
Our Biggest Environmental Threats
Our landfills are a huge concern because they are overflowing with stuff that will not simply disappear and become a part of the environment. We are throwing away batteries and electronics daily and those things could easily be recycled in most areas to keep them out of landfills. This is a great start. However, it isn’t enough. We must also think about the vehicles we use. Car emissions are a big contributor to pollution, but there is something that is even more dangerous. It is the emissions that are in our waters because of marine equipment. Boats with a leaky battery or a motor that leaks oil into the water can be devastating to fish. To cut down on this problem, we may need to practice better routine maintenance on our boats or switch to using a canoe that can be blown up. It will ensure that you are not leaving anything behind when you are done fishing for the day. Cars and other vehicles are a lot harder to combat, but for those who live in cities where pollution is greatest, there are options. Walking, carpooling, and even using scooters can be a major help.
Our Earth is Worth the Effort
We only have one planet earth. It is the only planet that we know can sustain life as it is right now. Do you really want to take it away from your future family members? You have to start thinking about the future today. Otherwise, there may not be a future. Admittedly, walking, pedaling, recycling, and using less chemicals may mean more work for us, but in the end; isn’t it worth it? Just a little effort today can help a lot if we make those little efforts a habit for our future. Remember always, that everything we use or have access to, can cause a problem if we are not careful.
If there is one thing that no one will ever agree on, it is the best way to eliminate pests. According to some people, sprays are the most effective, but there are times and situations that sprays may not be the best solution. One example of this is indoor pests. Flies, mosquitoes, gnats, and other things may come into the house, but you may not want to spray around kids, pets, areas where you prepare foods, and more. What do you do in those situations? You consider alternative remedies for indoor pests.
Everyone expects to be attacked by pests when they venture outdoors. It is annoying, but something we live with when we want to go enjoy all that we can outside of our homes. We accept the risk of knowing that many insects carry diseases. We use spray in limited doses and hope that we do not get sick from spraying repellents on our body. When we go inside, we want to wash away the spray and relax. Those insects that plague us outside can follow us in. A mosquito on our clothing can torture us as we watch television. More of them can come in when we open the doors. Gnats and other flying insects can come in through screens and buzz our heads while we sleep. Is there any escape? Yes. You can battle the bugs inside without dealing with sprays that may cause trouble breathing and without poisoning the surfaces in your home.
Bugs are always going to find a way in. They will come in on your clothes or when you open the doorway. To get rid of them, you need to think a little more about your battle plan. You can sprinkle Boric Acid powder around behind stoves and inside cabinets. Fly traps can also be effective for house flies, but they do not look pretty. Gnats can be annoying, but eliminating them is relatively easy if you use dish soap and vinegar as a homemade solution to pests. Camphor oil has proven effective at controlling mosquitoes. Garlic, peppermint, and tea tree oils are also great because mosquitoes do not like them. If those things are not doing enough, you can use an indoor mosquito trap that is