You would probably agree that Christmas is the most wasteful holiday (wrapping paper, food, decorations, etc.). So here are ten tips from 5 Minutes for Going Green to "green up" your holiday:
1. Buy a quality fake Christmas tree and use it forever, or buy a live tree to plant every year.
2. Send digital Christmas party invitations and cards, or buy ones that are made from recycled paper.
3. Make your own Christmas tree ornaments using natural and/or edible materials like gingerbread cookies, popcorn, and candy canes.
4. Instead of purchasing the usual lights for decoration, think about using LED lights. They don't emit any heat, and they don't use much energy.
5. Use green cleaners such as baking soda, lemons, olive oil, castile soap, and vinegar to clean your home for any parties and events.
6. Use beeswax candles instead of conventional ones. They are made of natural wax without toxic substances, and they burn clean.
7. Use recycled gift wrapping paper, or use nice cloth bags to wrap up your gifts.
8. Make your Christmas feast local, organic, and vegetarian as much as you can to reduce your environmental impact.
9. Essential oils can be used to scent the home instead of conventional and toxic air fresheners. Combine them with at least four parts of water in a spray bottle to spritz potpourri, silk flowers, and other natural arrangements in your home.
10. Buy eco-friendly gifts that are sustainable, natural, and fair trade.
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