TIPS FOR YOU AND ME TO PROTECT OUR EARTH

 

 

Saving energy:

1.          Keep room temperature above 25.5°C when using air-conditioner

2.          No standing-by—switch off electric appliances completely

3.          Choose electric appliances with high energy efficiency

4.          Use electric appliances appropriately

5.          Use compact fluorescent lamps

6.          Hang your clothing to dry

 

 

Saving resources:

1.          Use a shower

2.          Use both sides of the paper

3.          Bring your own handkerchiefs, avoid using tissue paper

4.          Store food in air-tight containers and reduce the use of wrap

 

Reducing pollution:

1.          Say no to free plastic bags

2.          Simple packaging

3.          Domestic waste classification and recycling

4.          Stop using disposable cutlery

5.          Read newspapers online

6.          Stop using bottled water

7.          Use public transport

8.          Use rechargeable batteries instead of primary batteries

 

Developing a more environmentally-friendly life style

1.          Adopt cooking methods of stirring, firing and steaming.

2.          Green lunch – less meat and more vegetables.

( To produce 1 kg of beef steak, 36 kg of carbon dioxide is generated. )

3.          Green your home and neighborhoods.

( Rooftop greenery lowers the temperature of the top floor by 6℃, reducing the need for air-conditioning. )

4.          Choose clothing made of natural fibres.