Greener #2

A LITTLE GREENER

Vol. 1, No. 2

This is the second issue of a regularly re-occurring e-mail about matters green.  It is brought to you by the “G2 Force*”, with Administrative approval.  Your editor, will send out topical and interesting items that either come across my desk, or, the desks of my G2 colleagues, or your desks/mailboxes.  Whatever you send me I will use.  The emphasis is on the practical.

Kathy Soulard reports on a recyclable toothbrush you can purchase for $2.79.  The “Preserve Toothbrush” can be recycled back to the company.  You can purchase it at “Trader Joe’s” or “Target”.  The company has many other personal care, kitchen, and household products (all recyclable), programs, and environmental information that are well worth considering.  Check them out at: www.recycline.com

BLEACH vs. PEROXIDE

Bleach was invented in the late 1940’s.  As a chlorine product it has toxic properties, and has been used to kill people.  Peroxide was invented in the 1920’s and has been used to cleanse operating rooms in WWI hospitals.  It has many uses; I will note a few in this and in coming issues:

Take a capful (the little white cap that comes with the bottle) and hold it in your mouth for ten minutes daily, then spit it out (you can do this while you bathe, shower, do dishes, etc.).  This will prevent canker sores and your teeth will be whiter, without expensive pastes.  Use it also instead of mouthwash.

Let your toothbrushes soak in a cup of peroxide to keep them free from germs.

Clean your counters and table tops with peroxide to kill germs and leave a fresh smell.  Simply put a little on your dishrag when you wipe or spray it on your counters.

There will be more to come next week on the uses of peroxide.

The G2 Force is looking for "Environmental Lesson Plans", to complement the TUPE plans that substitutes can use when you are away.  A great way to practice sustainable teaching, when you are not in the classroom!  Send your plans to Polly Taylor, Marin Aldrich or Josh Rubin. 

Woodside will soon be offering “Klean Kanteen & Chico Bags” as a recycling fundraiser. Stay Tuned.

The “Greener” Depends Upon It’s Friends:  Please let me know if you have “green” information to share. HF