Going Green in Chicago for the New Year

It seems that now more than ever, everybody wants to find ways to go green. Going green is important so that we all can chip in to help the environment and the planet. However, it can also be a great way to save yourself some cash, and to help make yourself a more complete and satisfied person.

Chicago is lucky enough to have a great transportation system, including many bus routes and a very active subway system. That means that you don't have to be driving your car around, and you should take advantage of public transportation when you're in the city. You will save on gas and parking, and your life will be less stressful from the driving as well.

Of course, Chicago is also very biking friendly as well. Biking from your apartment to the store or from home to work is a great way to save on costs, cut down on pollution and also get some great exercise. You will be knocking out many New Year's resolutions all at once! Getting into shape, sticking to your budget and helping the environment, oh my!

Then no matter where you live you can always make small changes to your lifestyle to help the environment as well. You can start using reusable canvas grocery bags instead of plastic ones that you throw out. You can switch out your light bulbs for more energy efficient models. Easy changes lead to big differences.

So if one of your New Year's Resolutions centers around going green, then get to work! If you live in Chicago, you can take advantage of public transportation and a biking friendly area. Plus, make a few easy swaps around the home and you'll save money and help the environment at the same time.