By Nicole Cagle
NSU is going green so here are some ways everybody can participate, even for those who live in the dorms. One part of going green is purchasing eco-friendly and organic products, but what does going green mean?
“Green can mean many different things to different people. For some, it means simply environmentally friendly and to others means living a life that is not dangerous to the health of people or
animals,” according to Squidoo.com.
Books are one of the most expensive and necessary parts about being a college student. Some ways to “Go Green” with books is to swap books, sell them online or back to the school, or make a book.
When decorating/furishing a dorm or apartment check out second hand stores, Craigslist or Freesharing. For a more personal touch on decorating students can make collages, use photos or take a photography class then use those photos.
Lastly, there is transportation. Of course, there is walking, bicycling and carpooling however, technology is making a big leap into making “greener” vehicles. One example is the Kandi Coco, priced at $865.
“The Coco is a low-speed vehicle, with the top speed rated at 25 mph. Moreover, it's an electric vehicle with a top range of 50 to 60 miles per charge,” according to Autoevolution.com.
For more information on ways to “Go Green” check out 101 Ways to Go Green In Your Dorm Room at www.onlinedegreeprograms.com under February 2010 Blogs.
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