Going Green
What exactly does it mean to “go green”? It means to embrace
a way of life that helps to preserve the environment by reducing waste for a
more sustainable future.
Did you know?
- According to the World Health Organization, 24% of all global deaths are linked to the environment.
- The average person in the U.S. uses more than 700 pounds of paper every year.
- In the last 20 years, the usage of paper products in the U.S. reached 208 million tons.
You can make an impact by:
- Using renewable energy sources, you can help reduce energy consumption while saving money.
- Purchasing eco-friendly products helps reduce chemicals and toxins into the air we breathe.
- Purchasing products made of recycled materials
- Ditch your paper statements. Many places offer an option for electronic statements. If you’re a Pennian Bank customer, you can sign up online.
- Use other online services that save paper, such as paying bills online. Find out more about Pennian Bank’s online bill pay and ditch the envelope and stamp!
Here are a few more ways
you can help make an impact: