5 Ways Geneva Can Play a Part in Saving the Environment

Earth Day is April 22, and yes, there are "a billion acts of green," as is says on the Earth Day Network website, but since we can't actually cover the entire planet with a blanket of personal activism, what can we do right here, right now, in Geneva?

Well, we're glad you asked.

Right here in Geneva, we can do our part to save the world. Here are five example, courtesy of Patch Picks—Geneva.

1. You can help reduce landfill waste by participating in Geneva's curbside pick-up recycling program.

Blue recycling totes may be purchased through Geneva's  Department and the required bag stickers can be found at local retailers. Please click here for a list of participating stores. 

2. Planting a garden will contribute to the redution of harmful CO2 emissions in the environment and provide your family with pesticide-free fruits and vegtables.

Growing your own produce saves money, cuts down on shipping emissions, and prevents landfill space from being consumed with wasteful packaging. , in Geneva, sells organic vegtable plants and provides advice on growing a successful chemical-free garden. 

3. Buying products bearing the EPA's WaterSense label will reduce water consumption and can save a household thousands of dollars a year.

's Eco Options department features WaterSense toilets, faucets, and shower accessories. Please visit the Geneva location for more product information and advice on how to outfit your home with water saving fixtures. 

4. Purchasing locally-made products is a great way to help the environment and local businesses.

Buying locally grown fruits, vegtables, and other goods and services means less emissions are being released into the atmosphere from shipping fleets. Vendors who participate in the Geneva Community  are all from within 200 miles of the area. 

5. According to the government's Energy Star website, switching to compact florescent light bulbs, or CFLs, can save more than $40 during the lifetime of each bulb.

Purchasing CFLs online, and direct from a local source, such as , of St. Charles, will further save the earth by reducing shipping emissions and excess packaging.