Environmental degradation is an issue of international concern. This means that you should travel with the eco-friendly practices that you do at home. Dr. Marco Vinicio of Dental Coto Clinic of Costa Rica, a leader in the green movement shares traveling green can be defined as traveling responsibly. It’s about being attentive to the ecology and treating the environment with respect as you focus on ensuring sustainability of the places you travel to.
Reduce Waste
When traveling green, always have these terms in mind- reuse, reduce, and recycle. For instance, invest on a reusable water bottle to avoid buying bottled water wherever you travel. You may not be allowed to go through the airport security carrying bottle full of water. However, you can fill it up after passing security and have it in your handbag or carry-on.
In addition to using a reusable bottle, you can use reusable shopping bags. You can carry it in the carry one to use it whenever you need a bag. Also avoid buying travel-sized toiletries. Instead, buy reusable travel-sized containers. Fill them up with products that you use back at home like conditioner, shampoo, lotion, toothpaste, hand sanitizer, and sunscreen.
Adjust the Air Conditioning or Heat
You don’t have to cool or heat your home if you will be traveling for some days. Doing so wastes energy. Therefore, turn off your thermostat when you travel. Alternatively, adjust the thermostat if you want somebody to be checking on your pet periodically. Just adjust temperature to a level that is livable.
Minimize Carbon Footprint
Choose green transportation methods to minimize carbon footprint. For instance, rent a hybrid car when traveling. You can also rent a smaller sized car instead of a guzzler SUV.
Additionally, choose eco-friendly hotels whenever you travel. These are hotels that encourage guests to preserve the environment. For instance, such hotels encourage guests to use towels severally, turn off water when brushing teeth, and turn off lights when not in use.
No matter where you intend to travel to, focus on traveling green. This is a good way to play a role in environmental conservation.