1. Change from high energy incandesent bulbs to compact florescent lighting. An ENERGY STAR compact fluorescent light bulb (CFL) will save about $30 over its lifetime and pay for itself in about 6 months. It uses 75 percent less energy and lasts about 10 times longer than an incandescent bulb. It's estimated by the EPA that each CFL bulb can keep 400 Lbs of greenhouse gasses from being released. Just be sure you know how to dispose of them properly! Here's what to do if you break a CFL
2. Turn down your thermostat just a couple of degrees can save a significant amount of power. Earth911.com estimates a 5% savings on your power bill for each degree you turn down the thermostat.
3. Be aware of packaging when making purchases. So your standing in the grocery store trying to decide between 1 brand and another, do you consider packaging in your decision? Will you choose glass or aluminum over plastic? Will you choose a refill? Will you purchase in bulk to save on packaging? It's a small thing that can make a big difference. Here's an inovative and very friendly solution by the creative folks at Ecovative Design
4. Start a compost bin! Your garden will grow greener and healthier and you'll save a lot of waste from hitting the landfills. There are many designs for composters, here's how I made my "Easiest Compost Ever"
5. Buy local and organic foods whenever possible. You'll save jobs, help your local community, get fresher and healthier food and help to reduce the emissions that come from shipping over long distances. Have you heard of the 100 mile diet? They have a great getting started guide for eating local
6. Reduce, Reuse and Recycle! Simple yes, and makes a big impact.
7. Plant a tree or have them planted by Arbor Day Foundation Just 6 pine trees at Twenty-Five year old absorb up to 1 ton of CO2.
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