10 Things Moms Can Do

The choices we make today will determine the climate our children inherit.  Get started with 10 Things Moms Can Do.  

Happy Holidays!

In this busy season, how can we keep our eco ethics intact, our families happy, and still reduce our carbon footprint?  See the CoolMom Holiday Guide here.  Find more green holiday tips from the Celebrate Green ladies here.  

What else can moms do?

A lot!  Moms make the choices that matter.  We can show our kids a better way.  Here's how you can take action...
 
  • Unplug that extra freezer or refrigerator and reduce family emissions by about 10%! 
  • Drive less with Fuel Free Family Day!
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At School
  • Start a walking school bus, a group of children walking to school with adult supervision.  
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At Play
  • In charge of soccer snacks?  Cut down on packaging and reuse what you can.
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At The Table
  • Count your food miles!  Buy food grown close to home.  
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  • Start a commuter challenge and log biking miles with coworkers. 
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Mom's Action of the Month

Out of ideas for a New Year's Resolution in 2009? Bainbridge Island mom Jessica Henderson, who has two daughters and is expecting her third child, has successfully achieved her New Year's Resolution for 2008 - significantly reducing her consumption!  Learn more.

How are you taking action? Tell us here!


 


  

CoolMoms Take Action

West Seattle's Holiday Toy Swap 'n' Sale brings community together to save money and the planet. Learn more

 

Mom says:

Have a happy GREEN Birthday, by Sandy Lennon

Kids have a right to a neighborhood school, by Sarah Madill

 

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