With the strong message of ways people are negatively affecting the earth and the environment, many people have taken that message to heart and are doing whatever they can to help to reverse some of those problems. A few of the simple ways to assist is to recycle, buy par30 led or par38 led lights, and to purchase a more energy efficient car to name some. Another way this is being done is to go to places that also value the more environmentally friendly mindset and that are seen as green places to stay. This article will mention 3 such green resorts or hotels situated in southern California.

The first place is {called|named] Terranea Resort and is located on the Palo Verdes peninsula and has breathtaking views of the California coastline. They are committed to be a completely green resort in many ways. All employees are taught to use green tactics and the guests are encouraged to adhere to the 3 R’s which are reduce, reuse and recycle on their visit. They use only green cleaning items at the resort as well as low emission and hybrid vehicles on site as well. The majority of their information is shared digitally cutting back on paper and transportation is offered for guests reducing the need for extra vehicles on the road. They are also working with a nature conservation group to maintain the well being of the natural coastline.

The second place is known as the Post Ranch Inn and is up on the cliffs of Big Sur, California. It is a short drive to charming towns of Monterey and Carmel. The resort includes 90 acres of protected space and they are working on maintaining the environment of the animals and plants that live in that location by teaching the guests and staff to the conservation efforts. The resort uses solar power as well as recycles water with a special filtration element and keeps water usage down with low flow toilets and showers. Low efficiency lighting in used throughout the resort as well as recycling bins in all guest rooms assist to cut down on energy. And only organic cotton is used for all the linens.

The third place is called L’Auberge Del Mar in San Diego and is a member of destination earth which is an environmentally {aware|focused] hotel management business. They have a full training of staff to use eco friendly practices everyday. One way they try to assist with this is to buying organic foods that are grown locally. The property has also been equipped with energy saving lighting, heating and cooling and water devices to eliminate waste and save energy.

If more people could follow the examples of these resorts it would help. Try to reduce your car use by walking or riding your bike to short distances, replace all of your light bulbs with led ones, and attempt to recycle more than you put in the trash. These are one of many little things that will help the environment.