If you are thinking about adopting a “greener” lifestyle in the New Year, the PA Resources Council offers the following 10 actions for becoming more environmentally friendly in 2021--

-- Learn Something New: Attend a PRC online workshop to learn about backyard composting, rain barrel installation and many other topics including a free Recycling and Waste Reduction webinar offered each month.  Read more here.

-- Develop Healthy Habits: Browse brochures and other online materials to learn about healthy options such as using non-toxic alternatives – such as making products from baking soda and vinegar – for house cleaning chores.  Read more here.

-- Get Organized: Clean out the basement/garage/garden shed and then properly dispose of hazardous materials and/or e-waste at PRC collection events.  Read more here.

-- Shed Pounds Instantly: Donate a wide variety of gently used items – such as furniture, clothing and building materials – to local nonprofits at PRC’s annual ReuseFest. Read more here.

-- Invest More: Invest in your home and invest in clean water by scheduling a Stream Smart House Call to see how you can better manage stormwater on your property.  Read more here.

-- Get Involved: Learn how to bring glass recycling to your neighborhood now that many municipalities no longer include glass in curbside recycling.  Read more here.

-- Get Moving: Head outdoors to take part in a neighborhood litter clean up event; document the impact of litter on the environment and then enter PRC’s annual Lens on Litter photo contest. Read more here.

-- Gain A New Skill: Roll up your sleeves and volunteer with PRC East’s rain garden program to learn how to design and construct rain gardens to help reduce stormwater runoff and improve water quality.  Other volunteer opportunities include PRC collection events and educational programs.  Read more here.

-- Make A Difference: Become a member and support PRC’s vital programs that help to conserve and protect Pennsylvania’s environmental resources for each generation. Read more here.

-- Reduce Stress: Enjoy the beauty of nature each day of the new year!  [Visit the Get Outdoors PA, Explore PA Trails and the DCNR websites for information on enjoying the outdoors.]

For more information on programs, initiatives and special events, visit the PA Resources Council website.  Click Here to sign up for regular updates, follow PRC on Twitter or Like them on Facebook.  Click Here for PRC’s Events Calendar.  Click Here to support their work.

PRC is Pennsylvania’s oldest grassroots environmental organization founded in 1939.  PRC has worked to protect resources for future generations through environmental education, recycling, waste diversion programs, anti-litter campaigns and other initiatives.

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[Posted: December 22, 2020]

12/28/2020