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Living Green Here is a list of ideas to inspire you in your efforts to live an environmentally responsible lifestyle in our (your) beautiful town. 10 Easy Steps to “Go Green” in Hudson 1. Utilize our public transit, or carpool, when commuting to and from work. Bus and train schedules are available here or at Depanneur Shaar, 58 Cameron, (450) 458-5297 2. Consider composting. Composting helps to reduce the amount of waste going to landfills by as much as 50% and it produces a valuable soil amendment which can improve the texture and fertility of the soil in your lawn and gardens. See www.compost.org for tips on how to get started. 3. Switch to non-toxic cleaning products. Many conventional cleaning products can be harmful to your family’s health, the environment, and your septic tank. Check out www.ecocycle.org/hazwaste/recipes.cfm for ideas on making easy, effective and inexpensive septic-safe cleaners. 4. Chose reusable bags when shopping to reduce the number of plastic bags ending up on our streets and in our landfills. Use compostable bags to collect your garbage. Did you know that the petroleum used to produce one plastic bag could fuel the average sized car for 9 kilometers. www.becomegreen.info/eco_tips.pdf . 5. Shop locally. Take advantage of our local shops and food producers. Not only will you save time and money on gas, you will be supporting the Hudson economy. 6. Walk or ride a bike around town. You will save money, get exercise, and improve air quality. 7. Turn off your car. Whether you are at the post office or the depanneur, save money and carbon emissions by turning your car off when you park. For more information on car emissions, check out www.nsc.org/ehc/mobile/mse_fs.htm . 8. Change your light bulbs to compact florescent bulbs and turn off your lights as you leave the room. 9. Recycle beyond the Blue Box. We have compiled a list of local facilities willing to take items that can not be recycled in your blue box, should not be disposed of in the garbage, or could enjoy a new life elsewhere. 10. Get educated and get involved and tell someone about the changes you have made. Whether you choose to become part of a school project, a local initiative or a national campaign, the actions you take can inspire those around you to make a positive change. Check out the following websites for inspiration and information: or contact these local projects to volunteer:
Beyond the Blue Box If you are looking to dispose of items that are not appropriate for the blue box consider any one of the following local options.
Batteries and Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs ACE Hardware Store, Hudson. 450-458-2001 Cycle North-South 514-843-0077 www.cyclonordsud.org Hudson War Memorial Library Pieces d’Autos Reno Inc, Vaudreuil-Dorion,
450-455-5701. Espace Bell, Vaudreuil-Dorion 450-424-1416 ( also Mount Pleasant Elementary ) ‘The Bunker’ at the Hudson War Memorial
Library La Source d’Entraide Inc. La Friperie Les Mains Reveuses Computers and Small Electronics La Source d’Entraide Inc. The following places send used glasses to 3rd world countries: Island Inkjet, Faubourg de l’Ile, Pincourt
450-425-1005 Drop off expired medication to any pharmacy to be disposed of in an environmentally safe way. Yvan Chevrier 450-455-3257 Paint must be in original container and is sent to a paint recycling
plant: Takes tanks that can no longer be refilled : Skates and Winter Sports Equipment Mount Pleasant School’s annual skate sale (every fall– items to be dropped off the night before). 514-798-0400 Tires, Car Batteries, Used Oil Canadian Tire, Vaudreuil-Dorion 450-424-2744 Functional - If you wish to dispose of your
fridge or freezer and it is still functional, go to Recy-Frigo. This Hydro Quebec
program offers to pickup and pay $60 for fridges and freezers over 10 years old.
For more information, go to Recyc-Frigo. Other places that may accept used items: Parish Priests may know of needy families (and
women’s shelters): Hudson Angel’s: Contact: Michel Gaudette: 450-458-5523 NOVA Hudson will organize a garage sale for
a percentage of the sales. The Town of Hudson’s annual collection
of hazardous materials which includes paint, oil, gas. tires, electronics, ink
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