Energy
Getting energy a ‘real’ green electricity provider
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(0) no special tariff, (1) eco from the conventional provider, (2) eco from the local provider (3) with a pure green electricity provider
(0) no special tariff, (1) eco from the conventional provider, (2) eco from the local provider (3) with a pure green electricity provider
Most likely your events need electricity. Your country has most likely real green electricity providers, as they purchase or implement the appropriate capacities of green electricity for each customer. The other electricity providers only offer an electricity mix. The share of green electricity is sold more expensively as an eco-tariff to some customers, while the other customers theoretically only receive the shares of gas, coal, etc.
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Energy-saving devices
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(0) outdated devices, (1) with old energy-saving seal, (2) with up-to-date and (3) with the latest best value
(0) outdated devices, (1) with old energy-saving seal, (2) with up-to-date and (3) with the latest best value
On many events there are refrigirators and more and more even dishwashers in use. It is always a consideration whether the continued use of an older device does not require less energy or water than the production of a new, energy-efficient device. Therefore, the energy requirement along the entire product life cycle (from production to use to disposal) must be considered.
Sometimes someone needs a different device and can't afford a new one - then a used device from someone who has bought a new, more economical device, of course, also makes sense. With some devices, the top values are only achieved with large quantities, i.e. washing machines with a lot of capacity.
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LED lamps
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(0) for none at all, (1) for older energy-saving lamps, (2) for largely LED, (3) for complete LED lighting
(0) for none at all, (1) for older energy-saving lamps, (2) for largely LED, (3) for complete LED lighting
LED 'light bulbs' are now available for really all lamps, even with pleasantly warm light colors.
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Let the light burn unnecessarily
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(0) happens constantly, (1) happens frequently, (2) happens rarely, (3) never happens
(0) happens constantly, (1) happens frequently, (2) happens rarely, (3) never happens
Modern lamps require little electricity, and yet it is worthwhile not to let them burn unnecessarily, for example when there is enough daylight.
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Renunciation of extreme power consumers
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(0) use whereever possible, (1) most offers use them, (2) only some use them one, (3) no offer uses them
(0) use whereever possible, (1) most offers use them, (2) only some use them one, (3) no offer uses them
Terrace heaters, artificial ice skating areas, air filled sculptures, etc. are just some example of very energy consuming possible attractions on events.
It shouldn't be just the money they cost but the total amount of energy per visitor and its associated greenhouse gas emissions that count.
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Housing, Buildings
Save water (showers)
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(0) long, hot and frequent shower, (1) shorter shower, (2) shorter with water saving showerhead, (3) shorter, with water saving showerhead and colder
(0) long, hot and frequent shower, (1) shorter shower, (2) shorter with water saving showerhead, (3) shorter, with water saving showerhead and colder
Few events offer showers. However, if they do: Long and hot showers mean water and energy consumption and ultimately high costs. The other effects are even more impressive in the network - or did you know that long showering can be responsible for refugees and the quality of life in Germany?
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We simply take a Spartaste when flushing the toilet for granted.
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Natural building materials and paints
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(0) not at all, (1) with less than half, (2) with more than half, (3) with everything
(0) not at all, (1) with less than half, (2) with more than half, (3) with everything
Building materials such as concrete, plaster, steel or even aluminum have a high ecological footprint and mean many greenhouse gases. The foamed insulation materials are also in the criticism. In addition, the negative consequences of conventional paints and adhesives are often unknown, which then lead to toxic exhaust gases in waste incineration plants due to ultimately ineffective filters. Natural building materials and colors are significantly more expensive, although the non-natural materials are often extremely expensive when it comes to disposal. So it is the good feeling, the better smell and the healthier building biology that make us do the right thing here.
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Lowered indoor room temperature (without mold)
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(0) over 20 degrees, (1) 19-20, (2) 18, (3) 17
(0) over 20 degrees, (1) 19-20, (2) 18, (3) 17
Many indoor events have the heat the location until the visitors enter and produce heat with their bodies. The energy-saving potential is considerable. When lowering the temperature, attention must be paid to the indoor climate and the possible risk of mold formation. This depends above all on the humidity.
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Waiver of air conditioning
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(0) not at all, (1) less than 50%, (2) more than 50%, (3) 100% of the rooms
(0) not at all, (1) less than 50%, (2) more than 50%, (3) 100% of the rooms
Air conditioning systems are also gaining in importance in temperate latitudes. Intelligent construction and ventilation and the use of thermal protection roller blinds can avoid these power guzzlers.
Often a fan is also useful.
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Intelligent ventilation
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(0) not at all, (1) less than 50%, (2) more than 50%, (3) 100% of the times in the heating season
(0) not at all, (1) less than 50%, (2) more than 50%, (3) 100% of the times in the heating season
Intelligent ventilation does not mean too late and not too long. It is too late when we get tired when the air is used up, get a headache and the humidity becomes too high. It is too long when the air has already been replaced and is cool, but we also ventilate the materials (walls, furniture) even longer.
Heat ultimately means that things or air vibrate. When the air is exchanged, but the objects and walls are still vibrating, the fresh air is quickly heated. Even if the walls get cold, mold can form on them and we need expensive heating energy to make everything vibrate again.
By the way, CO2 measuring devices help to ventilate in time and not for too long. However, these should not be a useless gadget, but perhaps used for practice one after the other in the rooms and gladly lent. A nice game is the competition, how good the sense of the people in the room is to ventilate in time and not too long.
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Nutrition
Food from the region
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(0) not at all, (1) less than 50%, (2) more than 50%, (3) 100% of food
(0) not at all, (1) less than 50%, (2) more than 50%, (3) 100% of food
Food from the region, from the weekly market and from the farm shop have not been transported far (there are of course also exceptions there) and strengthen the local economy.
However, there are also inefficient short transport routes when vehicles with little load drive to the points of sale. E-mobility and cargo bikes can help here.
Unfortunately, the regional is often also played out against the organic offer: regional, sprayed with pesticides food is not as good as regional organic food, and regional meat is not as good for the environment as the renunciation of meat.
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Organic from the region
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(0) not at all, (1) less than 50%, (2) more than 50%, (3) 100% of the products also available as organic from the region
(0) not at all, (1) less than 50%, (2) more than 50%, (3) 100% of the products also available as organic from the region
Which is better - the organic apple from New Zealand or the sprayed apple from the region? Answer: both wrong. Organic food from the region means less transport and is therefore even better than organic food with wide transport.
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Organic from the region seasonal
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(0) not at all, (1) less than 50%, (2) more than 50%, (3) 100% of the seasonal products also available as organic
(0) not at all, (1) less than 50%, (2) more than 50%, (3) 100% of the seasonal products also available as organic
Seasonal organic products in addition to regional organic products also have less energy expenditure for storage.
In the respective months, other products are available seasonally, so that we can eat healthy and tasty all year round with little transport and storage effort with regard to a seasonal calendar.
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Legumes
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(0) not at all, (1) less than 50%, (2) more than 50%, (3) 100% of the otherwise mostly cereal products
(0) not at all, (1) less than 50%, (2) more than 50%, (3) 100% of the otherwise mostly cereal products
Legumes are not only an alternative source of vegetable proter to animal products, but also extremely important for world nutrition. They bind nitrogen from the air in the soil and can achieve just as high yields in organic farming as in industrial agriculture. So we have to cut down fewer forests.
In addition, legumes are healthier than cereals. Harari describes in his bestseller "Sapiens" how we could probably get much older if we didn't eat so much cereal products.
After all, legumes are important for bees and biodiversity. Lupine, for example, also grows in northern Germany and can be used for meat substitutes, yogurt, coffee substitutes, ice cream or even noodles.
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Tap water
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(0) not at all, (1) less than 50%, (2) more than 50%, (3) 100% instead of purchased mineral water or soft drinks
(0) not at all, (1) less than 50%, (2) more than 50%, (3) 100% instead of purchased mineral water or soft drinks
Fortunately, tap water has long been a trend. There are drinking water dispensers in schools and the students have their drinking bottles with them, and managers also bring their drinking bottles to workshops. Many children do not even get used to the unhealthy sugar drinks.
Tap water is more strictly controlled than bottled drinks and saves a lot of energy and packaging.
Outdoor events need to be aware of the water hoses that have to meet the standards for drinking water.
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Avoidance of food waste
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(0) not at all, (1) less than 50%, (2) more than 50%, (3) I save or avoid 100% of the food to be thrown away
(0) not at all, (1) less than 50%, (2) more than 50%, (3) I save or avoid 100% of the food to be thrown away
Food is wasted from the field to the factories and transport routes to the throw away by us, the restaurants and the supermarkets. This ultimately means that more areas are needed for cultivation and thus forests are cut down and biodiversity is endangered with sprays and fertilizers.
We can save specifically rescued food (e.g. too small or wrinkled goods) and also donate leftover food in many places, e.g. to the food banks.
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Garbage
Buy unpacked
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(0) never, (1) sometimes, (2) mostly, (3) always
(0) never, (1) sometimes, (2) mostly, (3) always
We are used to the fact that everything is packed and we don't care much about the packaging. For some foods, the packaging is more expensive in the production than the content. Paying attention to the packaging sends a signal to manufacturers and retailers.
For food, there are so-called unpackaged shops or at least the possibility of using deposit containers (own step) or cotton bags brought along for loose vegetables and fruit.
In basically all markets, we should have our own bags with us.
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Separate garbage consistently
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(0) not at all, (1) often, (2) mostly, (3) always
(0) not at all, (1) often, (2) mostly, (3) always
Consistently separating waste, including green waste, glass and paper, is not as self-evident as can be assumed. Many make little effort here and don't really know what belongs in which bin. The residual waste bin also costs the public sector a lot of money, while the recyclable and green waste bin are free of charge. But also special waste, such as batteries, incandescent lamps, electrical appliances, etc. must be disposed of properly.
Events can place separating waste bins with information signs everywhere. In general, it is also possible that a sign indicates that the cleaners take over the separation for the guests. But better, the visitors can do that.
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Recycled paper
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(0) never, (1) often, (2) mostly, (3) always
(0) never, (1) often, (2) mostly, (3) always
Non-recycled paper is often cheaper, but means cutting of forests, contamination of water during production and a high energy requirement.
Recycled paper for toilet paper, writing paper, packaging, envelopes, wrapping paper, etc. should be a matter of course today. But we have to pay attention to it and choose it.
Recycled paper can also be snow-white, but it should then not be bleached with chlorine but oxygen. A note placed somewhere can make you proud and contribute to event's identity.
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Paperless office/media
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(0) not at all, (1) some, (2) most, (3) all only digital.
(0) not at all, (1) some, (2) most, (3) all only digital.
Saving paper helps to protect forests - recycling paper also ultimately means more demand for fresh pulp from trees.
We don't even need to print many things in the first place, but can save them on devices that we already have. For internal processes but also for dialogue with customers, digital forms should continue to prevail.
So the exhibitors etc. are welcome to ask if they need a paper version of the invoice.
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Reusable
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(0) not at all, (1) often, (2) mostly, (3) always
(0) not at all, (1) often, (2) mostly, (3) always
For events it makes perfect sence to use reusable glasses and dishes. Pant on glasses and dishes combined with mobile dishwashers for rent are a solution.
After unpacked and for drinks after the tap water, the best thing we can do is to buy our food in reusable containers. Also ask whether the containers are transported for example empty throughout Germany, or whether North German beer flows into the empty bottle of Bavarian beer and vice versa. Next question, what energy and water does it cost to clean the containers. Composite packaging or cans that are easy to recycle are the better alternative according to some studies. However, in such studies, it is necessary to look closely at what is being compared. Ultimately, it is important to close regional cycles.
Next question, whether the containers should be made of glass or plastic - glass is recycled more often, plastic is lighter and means less energy during transport.
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Flea markets, repair cafes, classified ads instead of throwing away
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(0) not at all, (1) often, (2) mostly, (3) always
(0) not at all, (1) often, (2) mostly, (3) always
Many things after an event are actually thrown away, although others could still do something with it. It is more convenient for us not to repair it than to have a stand at the flea market or to have to send it for little money. But the good feeling of doing the right thing motivates.
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Garbage collection campaigns
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(0) not at all, (1) some, (2) many, (3) systematically throughout the year
(0) not at all, (1) some, (2) many, (3) systematically throughout the year
Garbage collection as an event also for the clubs with subsequent meeting, possibly sponsored by the local economy, helps to get nature clean and to raise awareness. Events can be organizers or sponsors. Plogging is also very popular - the combination of jogging and garbage collection.
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Land use
Animal/insect friendly outdoor lighting
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(0) not at all, (1) isolated, (2) in many places, (3) everywhere
(0) not at all, (1) isolated, (2) in many places, (3) everywhere
The awareness of nature-friendly outdoor lighting has increased significantly, there are already so-called star cities that do not want to "pollute" the view of the night sky with light. The street lamps are about whether they shine into the trees or on the street and with which light color they attract how many insects/moths. But we can also do a lot wrong in our gardens, with too bright light, motion detectors that disturb hedgehogs, or those cheap solar lamps that are already hazardous waste with the purchase and do not let the garden get dark in the first place.
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Renunciation of road salt
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(0) not at all, (1) less than 50%, (2) more than 50%, (3) always
(0) not at all, (1) less than 50%, (2) more than 50%, (3) always
Road salt is convenient and safe, but a considerable burden for pets, the trees and the surface water. Replacing this with split means more effort, but it's worth it.
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Social
Crafts from the region
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(0) not at all, (1) sometimes, (2) mostly, (3) always
(0) not at all, (1) sometimes, (2) mostly, (3) always
This is about living and working in the region, about strengthening the community. The birdhouse from a social workshop or the PV system from the electrician on site (if he has further training). The award criteria of the municipalities must of course be legally secure.
If the work is good, a discreet advertising sign can also draw attention to the craft business in return.
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Fair wages
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(0) I don't care at all, (1) partially pay attention to it, (2) get involved, (3) always pay attention to it
(0) I don't care at all, (1) partially pay attention to it, (2) get involved, (3) always pay attention to it
Many people who earn above average can only do this because others earn below average. The gap between rich and poor is getting bigger and bigger. Consumers complain about cheap wages, but the price increase by 50 cents is rarely accepted.
What we deserve is not, as liberals or neoliberals like to think, just a question of diligence. It is the product (!) out of diligence, skill and the right framework conditions. Anyone who knows many talented and hard-working people who are simply not lucky develops empathy and is willing to pay more, even if it is through tips.
Companies can set an example in the case of remuneration, in particular for less well-paid activities within the scope of their possibilities.
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Volunteering
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(0) not at all, (1) sometimes, (2) much, (3) maximum
(0) not at all, (1) sometimes, (2) much, (3) maximum
Volunteering, whether at the fire brigade, in the sports club or the help in the neighborhood, is enormously important for togetherness and society. An event can organize volunteering.
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Organize organ and blood donations
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(0) not at all, (1) blood or organ, (2) blood and organ, (3) blood, organ and Bone marrow
(0) not at all, (1) blood or organ, (2) blood and organ, (3) blood, organ and Bone marrow
Both organ and blood donations or even bone marrow donations cost us overcoming - until we or our loved ones are dependent on it.
Here, too, the same applies - those who do it can be proud of themselves. Entrepreneurs can go ahead and release their employees, for example, if it is blood donation during working hours.
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Social department stores
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(0) not at all, (1) promote some, (2) promote a lot, (3) maximum each measured by what is basically conceivable.
(0) not at all, (1) promote some, (2) promote a lot, (3) maximum each measured by what is basically conceivable.
Social department stores are usually organized as a private sector or as an association. An event can support them with material and financial resources.
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Cultural promotion
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(0) not at all, (1) promote some, (2) promote a lot, (3) maximum each measured by what is basically conceivable.
(0) not at all, (1) promote some, (2) promote a lot, (3) maximum each measured by what is basically conceivable.
Cultural promotion can take place in all facets - from young people who make music to exhibitions to the care of traditional festivals.
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Nature experience opportunities
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(0) not at all, (1) promote some, (2) promote a lot, (3) maximum each measured by what is basically conceivable.
(0) not at all, (1) promote some, (2) promote a lot, (3) maximum each measured by what is basically conceivable.
Educational trails, information boards, exhibitions, excursions, etc., if necessary also together with schools and nature conservation organizations.
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Clothes
Organic cotton/ linen/ hemp/ wood fiber/ certified virgin wool
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(0) not at all, (1) some, (2) many things, (3) everything
(0) not at all, (1) some, (2) many things, (3) everything
Globally, conventional cotton is an environmental problem due to the use of sprays and the high water consumption. In addition, the textile factories poison entire rivers and exploit people during conventional dyeing.
In addition to ecological cotton, there are other natural fibers with sometimes much less damage to the environment.
In the case of virgin wool, attention must be paid to the certification, which excludes animal suffering.
By the way, there is now also outdoor clothing made of densely woven organic cotton as an alternative to the plastic fibers. Plastic fibers always allow microplastics to enter the wastewater during washing and microplastics in the environment may lead to multi-resistant super germs - a long history.
With the points for clothing, if you do not buy conventional cotton, but sometimes choose recycled and sometimes organic cotton, you can give a full 3 points for both.
By the way, organic is also possible with curtains, tablecloths and bed linen!!!
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Recycled cotton
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(0) not at all, (1) some, (2) many things, (3) basically
(0) not at all, (1) some, (2) many things, (3) basically
This is about workwear or, for example, in the event sector clothing with advertising. Even large, conventional clothing stores sometimes take back old clothes and promise to produce new yarns from them. Often the problem is the quality of short-lived clothing, which is then difficult to recycle and yet ends up in the waste incineration plant or on the dump in developing countries.
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Recycled synthetic fibers without toxic impregnation
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(0) not at all, (1) some, (2) many things, (3) basically
(0) not at all, (1) some, (2) many things, (3) basically
This is about workwear or, for example, in the event sector clothing with advertising. In particular, the manufacturers of outdoor clothing now use recycled PET bottles for their yarns and they also do without the worst chemicals, such as PFCs. Nevertheless, the question is always whether we have to wear clothes that are designed for the Himalayas in everyday life. Because synthetic fibers also release microplastics from the plastic fleece sweater to the wastewater. Some use a washing bag that is supposed to collect these plastic fiber remains.
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Body Care
Natural cosmetics
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(0) not at all, (1) in many places, (2) mostly, (3) basically
(0) not at all, (1) in many places, (2) mostly, (3) basically
All major drugstore discounters now have natural cosmetics in all areas - from deodont to lipstick to sunscreen (although sustainable sunscreens are a real challenge, as tests prove again and again).
On the one hand, natural cosmetics are usually healthier, and on the other hand, no non-degradable substances enter the environment. In the tourism sector, it is accordingly about the soaps in the toilet facilities.
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Cleaning Products
Organic cleaning agents
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(0) not at all, (1) sometimes, (2) often, (3) basically
(0) not at all, (1) sometimes, (2) often, (3) basically
Organic cleaning agents can be found in all supermarkets and drugstores. An essential feature is biodegradability and, of course, the vegetable raw materials as an alternative to petroleum-based raw materials.
Even if conventional cleaning agents are classified as safe, organic cleaning agents are certainly safer and are less harmful to health and also burden the sewage treatment plants less.
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Other Consumption
Used or long-lived furniture
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(0) not at all, (1) sometimes, (2) often, (3) basically
(0) not at all, (1) sometimes, (2) often, (3) basically
Many furniture cannot stand being moved or even disassembled and reassembled. They are primarily cheap and the business model is that after a few years we want to buy new furniture. Looking at how valuable the furniture is and then being able to repair it takes us a whole lot further on the way to a better world. It is also amazing what good pieces there are on the used market.
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Ecological furniture
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(0) not at all, (1) sometimes, (2) often, (3) basically
(0) not at all, (1) sometimes, (2) often, (3) basically
Ecological furniture is made of natural materials without questionable chemical additives or varnishes. They are usually very expensive, but also last many decades and can usually be easily repaired and renovated.
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Waiver of leaf vacuum cleaners and blowers
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(0) not at all, (1) sometimes, (2) often, (3) basically
(0) not at all, (1) sometimes, (2) often, (3) basically
Leaf vacuums and blowsers are even worse than the idea of mowing small lawns with a large lawn mowing tractor at all and then for hours. Boys with toys. The leaf vacuums and blowers emit noise and ultrafine particles and harm the soil organisms more than rakes or brooms.
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Used, long-used devices
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(0) not at all, (1) sometimes, (2) often, (3) basically
(0) not at all, (1) sometimes, (2) often, (3) basically
Many devices from vacuum cleaners to cordless screwdrivers to TVs are amazingly inexpensive today. Relying on valuable devices that last a long time, or even buying used devices, helps to save raw materials and energy.
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Repairing instead of buying new
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(0) not at all, (1) sometimes, (2) often, (3) basically
(0) not at all, (1) sometimes, (2) often, (3) basically
Unfortunately, many devices can no longer be repaired at all, for example if the control unit breaks down from the washing machine and costs more than a new washing machine. And yet there are workshops that also repair mobile phones, washing machines, lawn mowers, etc. - and even if it is as expensive as a new device, it is the good feeling of having done something for a better world again.
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Events
Rethinking of fire works
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(0) not at all, (1) sometimes, (2) often, (3) basically
(0) not at all, (1) sometimes, (2) often, (3) basically
Fireworks harm animals and emit huge amounts of fine particles.
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Environment and social as a topic
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(0) not at all, (1) sometimes, (2) often, (3) basically
(0) not at all, (1) sometimes, (2) often, (3) basically
The protection of the environment as well as social topics can be a theme of an event.
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