Buy used cell phones
Being green is not just a slogan, it should be a mindset. And some of the things a person can do is to recycle. There are a lot of things which can be recycled. Corporate awareness and fiscal policy warrant the recycling of computers and cars.
For the ordinary citizen, another way to help the environment is to extend the useful life of non-biodegradable items. This is relatively easy to do and will also give some savings. This includes electronic devices like cell phones, mp3 players, watches, radios, computers and others. To do this you only need to buy second hand items.
With the fast turnover of designs, there is a lively market for used electronic devices. In most instances, there really is no need to buy the latest model, when you can buy last year’s model cell phone. No one would notice the difference. And you are helping the environment a lot when you buy used cell phones.