Guides: Go Green: Green Living

Library Books

Composting
Food waste takes up more space in US landfills than any other item and releases methane emissions. Learn how simple it is to reduce the food you throw in the trash by composting.
Green Eating
Experiment with these books and learn to cook with organic and natural foods.
Green Living
Whether you goal is to go zero waste, or to just learn a few practical tips to make your daily life greener, these books have got you covered.
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
Learn some fun and creative ways to incorporate the Three R's of the Environment into your life.

Library Online Resources

Gale General OneFile This link opens in a new window
Find articles and news on green living and the environment.
Gale: Health and Wellness This link opens in a new window
Use this database to find information on living green. Watch some videos and learn how to go green and save money at the same time.
Gale in Context: Opposing Viewpoints This link opens in a new window
Research opposing viewpoints on green living topics.

On the Web

City of Orlando Food Waste Programs
Learn how you can recycle your food waste for free to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
City of Orlando Trash and Recycling Services
Find information on what can be recycled and how in the city of Orlando.
Guide to Plastic Recycling Codes
Do you know what the recycling codes on plastics mean? Not all types can be recycled everywhere, use this guide to learn more.
Orange County Curbside Pickup Information
Find information on what can be recycled and how in Orange County.

Green Blogs

Going Zero Waste (Blog)
Learn about the zero waste lifestyle and get some useful tips with this blog.
O-Town Compost
Learn how easy composting can be with this blog and podcast series.
Recycle Coach (Blog)
This blog can teach you some useful and fun ways to incorporate recycling into your daily routine.
Verdemode
Make sure the only footprints you leave on your travels are made by your feet with advice from this green living and ecotourism blog.

Apps

JouleBug

Track your daily sustainable habits, earn achievements, and enjoy a little competition with the free, fun app.
iTunes | Website | Google Play

Seafood Watch

Find out if the fish you are buying comes from a sustainable source, get recommendations, and find out which restaurants are committed to serving sustainably sourced fish with this free app from the Monterey Bay Aquarium.
Website

Reference Librarian

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