Understanding that it is better to reduce and reuse than recycle, a growing movement of people worldwide are choosing to unplug - instead of buying green, or buying recycled, they're just not buying.Worth considering, since each of us fills 30 garbage bags across this country every year. Many of those who have sworn off shopping (save for obvious exceptions like food and medication) say it has given them more free time, and that they feel more connected to their community.
Less time shopping means more time in parks and libraries. It also means more borrowing, which requires getting to know your neighbours.
For more, read this Earth Hour article from the Toronto Star, or watch Annie Leonard's online video The Story of Stuff via the link to the right.
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