Try to cut out Plastic: Plastic seems to have found its way into every single aspect of our lives. Bring a canvas bag with you when you go shopping, buy your fruit and veg loose and stop buying bottled water.

Use LED light bulbs: Not only do LED light bulbs last longer than conventional bulbs, but they are also far more efficient. This means that you will be using less power and having to replace your light bulbs less frequently. LED’s are available in a range of brightness and designs so you can really tailor the lighting to your needs or to suit the room. 

Fix it, do not throw it: Repairing or fixing something is more environmentally friendly than simply throwing things away, although the latter may seem easier and cheaper sometimes. The internet gives you access to the tools and information you need to fix practically anything, and if you still cannot fix it then why not try and turn it into something else?

Use eco-friendly cleaning products: A lot of cleaning products have a lot of harmful chemicals in them that are not environmentally friendly to create or dispose of. Green cleaning products use more natural and organic methods of cleaning which are far less harmful.

Grow your own: Growing your own veg is not just a good way to save money, it is also a great way to cut down your carbon footprint and be eco-friendly. Do not have any outside space? Windowsill boxes are a great way to brighten up your view, filter the air coming into your home and offer plenty of space for herbs and small vegetable patches.

BUYNOTHING on Facebook:  Search Buy Nothing Calgary and find community groups throughout the city.