Sometimes we get carried away while celebrating festivals like Diwali, forgetting to pay attention to our environmental impact during the holidays. Here are some tips on how you can celebrate a green and eco-friendly Diwali this year:
Say no to firecrackers as they cause air and noise pollution, which harms the environment. You can celebrate the festival in other ways like enjoying music, lighting candles and diyas, and decorating the house.
Instead of using plastic decorations for Diwali like fake flowers, use eco-friendly or reusable materials. You can opt for flowers, vibrant scarves and stoles. Use organic incense sticks instead of artificial room fresheners.
Make special homemade gifts for your loved ones made with natural and eco-friendly materials. You can also gift organic soaps and creams or handicraft items and artwork.
Avoid using electric diyas to decorate your home. Instead, use non-toxic candles, earthen lamps, or diyas to light and decorate your home. They help kill the germs by releasing chemicals and also lessen energy use.
While synthetic rangoli colours may appear vibrant and are cheaper, they are harmful to the environment and toxic when inhaled. Use organic or non-toxic colours for making rangoli. You can also use flowers or make rangoli with household items like powdered rice.
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