Friday, July 30, 2010

Common Items Containing Oil

If its possible for there to be something good that has come from the Gulf Oil Spill, it has to be that it has brought our oil addiction to the forefront. People who were previously unconcerned with our outrageous dependence on oil are now taking notice. And many people forget that oil goes into much more than just our automobiles. Two-thirds of oil consumption is used for transportation, however thousands of the products that we use everyday also contain oil and we are using over a million barrels of oil daily to make these products. Thankfully, the idea of really utilizing alternative energy is catching on and big companies are on board, but we, as consumers, have to take responsibility and we have to vote with our dollars. Take a look at the list below, the image and the link to more products. There are environmentally friendly alternatives to many of these products and many of these items can be just be eliminated from your home or routine. Of course every time we choose to walk or ride a bike instead of drive, car pool or take public transportation, we are making a positive impact. Every little bit helps!


Ammonia                                          
Dyes                                         Panty Hose
AntifreezeElectronicsPetroleum Jelly
AntisepticsFilmPlastics
Art SuppliesFishing LineRecords
Artificial LimbsFloor WaxRefrigerant
Aspirin                       Foam                        Roofing
AstroTurfGlassesShampoo
AwningsGlueShaving Cream
BandagesGlycerinShoes
Cleaning ProductsGuitar StringsShower Curtains
CandlesHeart ValvesSkis
CarpetsHelmetsSoap
CaulkingInkSolvents
Clothing
InsulationSports Equipment
Crayons
LubricantsTires
Creams
MedicinesToys
Cosmetics
Nail PolishTrash Bags
Cutlery
NylonUmbrellas
Dentures
PaintUpholstery
Dice
Paint BrushesVitamin Capsules

To see more products made with oil, click here.

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