1.Systematic waste management. This is the first thing to pay attention to. Each day, there is a large amount of domestic household waste produced. With systematic waste management, you might get some money from it. Label the waste basket with ‘paper’, ‘plastic’, ‘bottle and glass’ and ‘can’. The labels will make it easier for your child to put the waste in the right place. Once you have sufficient amount of them, just call the picker on the day that your child stays home. You might give him money from selling these recycle waste as a reward so he can save it and be proud of it. As for the garbage, you might turn it to fertilizer for your plants. Reuse the recycled items such as plastic bags.
2.Use eco-bag. This is another simple way that is mostly overlooked. Whenever you go shopping or buying foods at the market, use your eco-bag instead of plastic bag. This can help reduce the global warming crisis. Plastic bag needs long time for degradation.
3.Fill up your water glass for brushing your teeth.instead of turning the tap on can save water. With your glass, you will use only 0.5-1 liter of water. Otherwise, you might waste water as much as 20-30 liters each time you brush your teeth. If you do this regularly, your child will do the same.
4.Cleaning up while saving the world. Clean up your house with environmentally-friendly method instead of using chemical substance. This way is good for your health and your pocket. Always have baking powder and vinegar at home. You can use them to clean up dirtiness, remove stink, wash dishes and clean the drain and pipe.
5.Encourage your child to plant his own veggies. Not only has your child known how to plant vegetables and keeps them grow; he will be proud of himself. You might begin with the ones that yield fast to keep him motivated. The most important thing is that it must be easy to take care. This way, you will have chemical-free veggies for your meals. In addition, planting big trees also give shade and cool down the house.
6. Walk or ride bicycle instead of driving car. When you have to go out to somewhere around the house, walk or ride with your child instead of driving car. This can save energy. You can also teach your child other means of transportation that is good for health.
7. Reorganize domestic energy consumption.Use the energy saving light bulbs that are used regularly such as the ones at the fence, bathroom and stairs. Teach your child to switch off the light and electronic device every time after using. This can save the energy and expenses. In addition, the practice can cultivate good behavior and consciousness of living together.