Prevention/Solution
o Using green products is a good way to minimize exposure to toxins, like harmful chemicals in building materials or dangerous pesticides in food.
Effects
o By purchasing green products you encourage businesses to operate in a way that reduces negative impacts on the environment.
Warning
o It is important to do research on products that claim to be green. Among the recent flood of green items on the market, some are more green than others.
Features
o A green lifestyle includes organic foods, non-toxic packaging, energy-efficient housing and cleanly produced power. Green jobs include opportunities in renewable energy, low impact manufacturing and public transit.
Incentives
o Economic incentives for going green are being offered, like reduced gas expenditure with gas-efficient cars and rebates for installing energy-saving devices in your home, but the prime incentive is improved health and a sustainable future.
