The commonly used phrase, “going green” is thrown around constantly. I hear it in new years resolutions and from people who want to make that big change in their life, although, sometimes we lose the meaning behind it. Part of our brand as go-greenish is to truly add meaning behind the phrase.
Going green isn't just about a new trend; green juice and vegan makeup, but about making a choice to live an eco-friendly lifestyle and conscientious choices daily to reduce our overall impact on the planet.
For example, in my own life, I “go green” by skateboarding or walking when I can! Not only is this a fun way to truly be outside, but it reduces my carbon footprint.
Other ways of going green can mean reducing trash and creating closed-loop cycles of productions. An example of this that I use in my everyday life is in my daily cup of coffee! I have perfected my coffee recipe to a T - mason jars and all - and eliminated as much waste as I can. I use the Nespresso coffee pods, which I then save and send back to Nespresso. They then recycle them into new pods!
Choosing brands like Nespresso instead of grabbing a daily cup of coffee in a plastic cup is an example of making a conscious choice of going green.
Another example is thrifting clothes or even buying quality ones, opposed to buying fast fashion. Thrift stores are a great example of eliminating waste, and continuing the recycling process.
Reducing water waste is another example that is easier than expected. Picking up small habits such as turning off the sink while brushing your teeth or not taking extremely long showers can reduce our waste by a lot more than we may think.
Lastly, speaking up is one of the biggest ways to help. Go Greenish gives presentations at our local middle schools and sends out blog/news letters like this, hoping to expand the communal knowledge on going green. Teaching others about not only how to go green, but what it truly means and why it is important is what will make a change.
Going green is far more than a trendy slogan, but a series of intentional choices that shape how we live, consume, and care for the world around us. Whether it’s choosing eco-friendly transportation, reducing daily waste, supporting sustainable brands, conserving water, or educating others, each step contributes to a larger movement. At Go-Greenish, our mission is to bring purpose back to the phrase “going green” by showing that meaningful change comes from small, consistent actions. When we understand the impact behind these habits and share that knowledge with our communities, we create a ripple effect that leads to real, lasting environmental progress.
