Green Page…

Below are a few Simple Tips for becoming more green.  Items 1 – 3 (the three R’s) are the hierarchies to being more green:

1.  Recycle..

Items like paper, glass, plastic and metal packaging, batteries and electrical equipment.  Check with your local recycling centers to find out more about the items to recycle.

2.  Reusing and Repurposing…

Reusing items is even better than recycling because it doesn’t require extra energy.  Think before you throw something away.  Be creative.

3.  Reduce…

Reduce the amount of energy you use by:

a.  Cycling or walking, or using public transportation instead of driving.   Carpooling or ride sharing is another excellent way to reduce carbon emissions.   You may want to check with your work place to see if they have a program for this.     

b.  Using Compact Fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs).

c.  Running the dishwasher only when full, or if you don’t have a dish washer, washing dishes right away instead of waiting until food hardens on them.

d.  Using reusable shopping bags

e.  Insulating your house.  It will also save you money on your energy bills.

f.  Turning off lights when you leave a room.  Also a money saver!

g.  Using rechargeable batteries.

h.  Using less water when you shower, using energy saving flow heads.

 

There are many more ways.  These are just a few to get you started… More tips to come!