With the constant 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 the issues. Some of the easy ways to assist is to recycle, buy par30 led or par38 led lights, and to purchase a more energy efficient vehicle to name some. Another way this is being done is to vacation at places that also value the more environmentally conscious mindset and that are known as green places to stay. This article will mention 3 such green resorts or hotels located in southern California.

The first place is {called|named] Terranea Resort and is located on the Palo Verdes peninsula and offers stunning views of the California coastline. They are committed to be a totally green resort in many ways. All staff are trained to use green initiatives and the guests are encouraged to follow the 3 R's which are reduce, reuse and recycle on their visit. They use only green cleaning products at the resort in addition to low emission and hybrid cars and trucks there too. Most of their information is shared digitally cutting back on paper and transportation is offered for guests eliminating the need for rental cars on the road. They are also working with a nature conservation group to maintain the health of the natural coastline.

The second place is called the Post Ranch Inn and is up on the cliffs of Big Sur, California. It is a short drive to quaint areas of Monterey and Carmel. The resort has 90 acres of protected open areas and they are working on maintaining the environment of the animals and plants that live in that area by educating the guests and staff to the conservation efforts. The resort uses solar power in addition to recycles water with a special filtration element and keeps water usage down with low flow toilets and showers. Energy saving lighting in used throughout the resort as well as recycling bins in all guest rooms helps to reduce energy. And only organic cotton is used for all the linens.

The third place is known as L'Auberge Del Mar in San Diego and is a member of destination earth which is an environmentally {aware|focused] hotel management company. They have a complete education for staff to use eco friendly practices everyday. One way they try to assist with this is to purchasing most of their organic foods that are grown locally. The property has also been equipped with low efficiency lighting, heating and cooling and water equipment to reduce 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 try to recycle more than you put in the trash. These are one of many little things that will help the environment.