How can a environmentally aware resident help?
An environmentally aware resident can help in two ways, namely,

• by helping the infrastructure provided to become a sucess
• by conserving various resources he / she consumes inside the household

How can the provided Eco-friendly infrastructure become a sucess?
Following are the ways by which the provided infrastructure become a sucess

• to see that the water and wastewater treatment plants are working continously and efficiently
• to see that the storm water drains are not clogged with waste
• to see that the recharge well are kept clean
• to segregrate the waste properly
• to see that the vermicomposting is working properly
• to see that there is proper maintainance of the parks and road side trees are cared for.

How can you conserve the resources in your household?
Various resources such as water, energy, can be conserved in the households. Following are the ways by which resources in households can be conserved
Water Conservation

• Use water wisely. It costs money to treat drinking water and waste water.
• Check that water using appliances and taps are free of leakages
• Use washing machine only with full load of clothes
• Reduce the amount of water used by toilet
• Use Indian commodes which consume less water and are more hygienic

Energy Conservation

• Use electricity only when necessary
• Use energy efficient gadgets like CFL lights, LED lamps
• Put off lights and fans whenever you leave the room
• Use public transport where ever possible

Household item Conservation

• Use less plastics by carrying your cloth bag for shopping
• Recycle plastic and glass containers whereever possible