Code Green takes a step ahead towards GO Green !!!

Today is 20-02-2010, Udai and I went to Taragram to meet Mr. Pramod Sahni, he is taking care of all the activities that are going on over there.
We have planned to recycle the wasted papers at our college under the supervision of Ms. Annette West(MCR, CSE, JHANSI). At taragram we discussed a lot with Mr. Sahni about how we can recycle papers. We also visited the handmade paper processing unit.
Mr. Sahni is an old man and carries ample amount of experience, he told us about paper recycling and its procedure, he was very kind to us. At last we took some handmade paper samples from the processing unit and paid thanks to Mr. Sahni for being so kind to us !!!
Go Green !

How effective is saving paper?

Yesterday i was discussing with my friends, I got numerous suggestions about saving paper by re-using papers printed on one-side for "personal" print-outs.

Though I don't oppose these ideas, I have my reservations about their efficacy. Following are the questions that have surfaced to my mind repeatedly.

- Trees cut for making papers have to be replanted because, we will run out of papers otherwise. We have no idea about the number of trees we are losing because of making papers. We also don't seem to be running out of papers. So, in the end we don't know if we are really causing a significant depletion of trees. May be we are, but is there data?

- The only way to cut lesser trees without compromising the supply of paper is to recycle paper. India seems to have a defunct system of recycling wastes. If we are indeed degrading environment by cutting a lot of trees, it is possible that this trend can be more significantly minimized by putting a system in place that recycles most of the paper wastes when compared to small initiatives in individual companies to save papers.

Of course we are better off taking these small initiatives irrespective of the status of recycling, but my concern is, we have no way to measure how many trees we end up saving. What if the contribution of 100 companies with an average of 100 employees actually comes to saving 5% of trees, while setting up a recycling plant that can recycle paper in the neighborhood (companies, homes, schools any and building where paper is used) can reduce the number of trees cut of paper by 50%?

Simply put, how can one make this initiative measurable? Is there a comprehensive and accepted research that can answer my questions?

I am just thinking aloud. I may have been a bit hazy in putting my points with correct information. Experts comments are invited

Think Green !

This is the day when we (code green) took our first step towards our mission, that's Go Green, our aim is to save more and more trees.
As the technological advancement made the living standards better than the best for the human beings there's still one alive thing that has paid the price for it more than anyone else on this planet....and that is the green creatures we called trees, they can't talk like us, they can't walk like us, but they can breath like us and gives us something without which we can't even think about living on this planet yes that's OXYGEN our very own O2.
Folks, that's why we have taken this initiative to fight for our planet for our existence on this planet........and the result is CODE GREEN !

Recycle Paper, Save Trees

Don't Be Mean go Green !!!

We all have been using paper for as long as we can remember, starting when we were little kids drawing and scribbling trees and houses on sheets of paper until now that we have become adults and use paper for an endless variety of purposes in work and at home.

Even though we know that paper is an important part of our lives, we may not be aware that our careless usage of paper contributes to the accumulation of landfill in the country. Not only that, but production of paper costs more and more of the lives of trees, which are an essential part of the environment.

To help you save trees through paper recycling, reducing and reusing, here are some pointers to remember.

At Home
• Do not throw away boxes; reuse them as containers for different things. It is a good idea to wrap your boxes with used plastic covers to make them last a longer time.

• Encourage family members to always use both sides of the paper so that it will not be wasted.

• When writing memos or notes, make use of a pencil so that if you make a mistake you can just erase it and reuse the paper.

• Collect old newspapers, office papers and magazines from neighbors and start a paper drive. Old newspapers and office papers can go into the recycling centers in your neighborhood while old magazines can be donated to clinics and establishments with waiting areas.

• Donate your old books or your children's to schools and libraries.

• Buy recycled paper products and close the recycling loop.

• Make recycling easier for everyone by placing recycling bins in strategic locations in the house.

• Delegate tasks on recycling duties so that everyone gets their fair share of workload.

• Make games out of the recycling program so that it will be more exciting for family members to participate in it.

In School
• Educate children about the importance of paper recycling.

• Let your kids bring home paper they used in school instead of throwing them into the trash.

• Encourage kids to always draw or write on both sides of the paper.

• Request schools in your vicinity to start their own recycling programs.

At the Workplace
• Request the company to provide recycling bins.

• Talk to the management about giving incentives to employees who participate well in reduction of paper use. The company will be more than happy to oblige with that since you will show them that this will greatly cut down the company's expenses on paper.

• Promote the use of interoffice emails instead of paper memos.

• Use printers and copiers that have the option to print and copy on both sides.

• Encourage staff or co-workers to participate in the recycling program.

Trees serve as a habitat for many animals in the wildlife. Trees give us shade, fresh air and prevent floods by absorbing water through its roots. The priceless benefits offered by these wonderful gifts of nature are endless. This is why it is very important that we do our share in reducing the use of paper, reusing old and used paper and recycle paper whenever it is possible.

Year of the Tiger- Love the Earth for VDay!

Year of the Tiger- Love the Earth for VDay!

February 15th, 2010

Move over Cupid! Valentine’s Day isn’t the only reason to wear red on February 14th!

Millions are gearing up to observe the start of the Lunar New Year (commonly referred to as the “Chinese New Year”)- a holiday that begins the new year on the lunar calendar as well as commemorates the impending arrival of spring. Based on the rotation of the moon, it is officially observed in predominantly eastern Asia but is celebrated globally in cities such as Sydney, London, Paris…and even here in Washington DC. In China, it is considered an important holiday and is celebrated with symbolic food, the giving of “lucky” money, lavish red decorations and fireworks, as well as wishes of longevity and wealth all year.

Contributed by newspapergrl.com

Traditionally, each year is associated with one of 12 animals with special significance. This year, February 14th marks the Year of the Tiger, but unfortunately the number of tigers on the planet is dwindling. WWFreports estimate that a mere 3,200 tigers remain in the wild, and although much has been done in recent years to bolster their numbers, they are still dipping dangerously low. As a result, the Chinese government has partnered with the World Bank to address the issue during this symbolic year, organizing a campaignaimed at stopping the decline of the tiger. This particular campaign hopes to double the number of tigers in China by 2022 through better habitat management, public education and stricter law enforcement against illegal poaching.

The effect of this campaign has already had a global impact, encouraging increased awareness in tiger populated countries and various environmental NGOs. For example, the World Wildlife Fund, in honor of the holiday, is drawing special attention to the subject by placing tigers in the number one slot of their Top Ten List of Critically Endangered Species list. Hopefully, with the extra attention encouraged by the Year of the Tiger, these efforts will be successful- and the next Year of the Tiger will find more of these iconic creatures populating the planet!

So…want to make the Earth your Valentine this year?

Help preserve the biodiversity of the planet, and bolster your luck for a prosperous new year by helping the World Wildlife Fund’s endangered tiger campaign. Register your contribution as an ‘Act of Green,’ and do your part to spread a little love to our fellow creatures this February 14th!