Waste and consumerism seem to rule our modern world, but here are some caring, sharing ways to keep landfills low, keep money in our pockets and get back that lost community…
Waste and consumerism seem to rule our modern world, but here are some caring, sharing ways to keep landfills low, keep money in our pockets and get back that lost community spirit, too! Hey, Neighbour! Getting around 1 One of the ..... (big) costs these days - for both our wallets and the environment - is transport. Is the place you're going really too far to walk to, though? 2 And what about cycling there? The ..... (one) 5 When was the last time you ..... (use) a lawnmower, a ladder or a power drill? Why not share items like these through a neighbourhood share scheme? 6 These schemes allow members .... (see what people living nearby have to lend. bike sharing scheme was in 1965 in Amsterdam, but now there are about 200 in cities around the world. You borrow a bike from What to do with your 'stuff' one 'sharing station' and drop it off at another. 3 If your destination is too far to walk or cycle to, think about carpooling. A car costs a lot to run, but now there . (be) neighbourhood carpools everywhere. When you're in a carpool, you share the cost of ... (run) your car with others. And even if you don't have ownership of a car, most carpools are still happy to let you join. 7 Do you have clothes you .... (not/wear) for the last six months? Why not organise a clothes swap party with your friends? 8 Not only will you get rid of things you don't use without throwing them out - you also might get a whole new outfit for .... (you). 9 Do the same with other possessions that ..... (gather) dust in the house. There are also dozens of Internet sites where you can sell them. ВЫДЕЛИТЬ ОСНОВНУЮ МЫСЛЬ И СОКРАТИТЬ
In our modern world, characterized by waste and consumerism, embracing community sharing can significantly reduce landfills, save money, and rebuild community spirit.
Key Ideas:
Transport Alternatives: Walking or cycling instead of driving can cut both costs and environmental impact. Bike-sharing programs, which originated in Amsterdam in 1965, are now common worldwide.
Carpooling: For longer distances, carpooling can reduce individual expenses and resource usage. Many neighborhoods now have carpool options available.
Sharing Tools: Consider sharing tools and resources with neighbors, like lawnmowers and power drills, through community sharing schemes.
Clothing Swaps: Organize clothing swap parties to repurpose items you haven’t worn in six months while refreshing your wardrobe.
Selling Unused Items: Sell other possessions that have accumulated dust online instead of throwing them away.
By participating in these community-oriented practices, we can cultivate a more sustainable lifestyle.
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