A green Christmas
It's that time of the year when the holidays are just around the corner, and we eat the most food, spend the most money, and of course, enjoy ourselves in the company of family and friends. Christmas is by far one of the busiest and most celebrated holidays but while we feast, wine, and dine our way through December and into January, what toll does Christmas have on the environment? In the last century, excess has seemed normal - even welcomed - especially around the holidays. We overeat, overdrink, elaborately decorate, and of course, frivolously shop. However, the spirit of Christmas is embodied in values like family, love, friendship, and sharing. With some time and good planning, it's possible to have a memorable green Christmas without spending a lot of money. Resorting to overconsumption doesn't guarantee happiness as it is a good idea to avoid the "excessive consumerism" trap. Christmas has dramatically been commercialized over the years , benefitting ...