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how to go green
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plant trees |
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Turn off the lights when you are not home. |
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Go outside instead of playing games. |
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Install energy-efficient lighting |
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Plant an herb garden |
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Switch all your lightbulbs to CFLs |
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Switch one appliance to an energy efficient model |
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Stop using disposable bags - order some reusable bags |
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Buy a reusable water bottle, and stop buying plastic disposable bottles |
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Turn off lights when you leave the room |
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Don’t turn on lights at all for as long as you can - open your curtains and enjoy natural light. |
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walk or ride a bike |
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Support your local economy and shop at your farmer’s market |
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Turn off your computer completely at night |
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Research whether you can sign up for green power from your utility company |
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Reuse scrap paper. Print on two sides, or let your kids color on the back side of used paper. |
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Conduct a quick energy audit of your home. |
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Before buying anything new, first check your local Craigslist or Freecycle. |
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Fix leaky faucets |
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Make your own household cleaners |
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Line dry your laundry. |
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Lower the temperature on your hot water heater |
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Unplug unused chargers and appliances |
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Collect rainwater, and use it to water your houseplants and garden |
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Make rags out of old towels and t-shirts |
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