Thursday, October 25, 2007

Thursday Thirteen



Thirteen Things about WAYS TO BE GREENER


1…. 13 Things to do Everyday for the Environment

1. Use motion sensor attachments on your lights to make sure they are off when not in use.

2. Start a compost bin for kitchen scraps, grass clippings, leaves, and paper.

3. Take showers instead of baths.

4. Put an egg timer next to your shower and limit your time to only 4-5 minutes.

5. Use vinegar and baking soda to clean your house.

6. Make sure your next appliance purchase is Energy Star approved to conserve energy.

7. Use a natural liquid soap to wash your car.

8. Buy dental care products that do not contain fluoride

9. Ditch the dryer sheets and use homemade pouches of dried lavender

10. Send online greeting cards and invitations to save paper.

11. When hosting a birthday party, request donations to your local animal shelter instead of gifts.

12. Buy organic Meat, milk, eggs, fruits and veggies

13. Use glass jars, food storage containers, baby bottles, and beverage containers to reduce the amount of plastic in your home.

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5 comments:

Samantha_K said...

I'm trying to make a conscious effort to live in a more "green" manner. Lists like this help me out so much. Thank you!!
Happy Thursday!!

cindy kay said...

Yeah; I use vinegar, baking soda, and borax in the dishwasher...

impwork said...

1 is great advice but many lights use more light starting than they do running so be careful to choose the right bulbs too...

My favourite energy efficient house design is heated by using a single incandescent 100W bulb that runs when the house temperature falls below 18 degrees C. The impressive part is the house is in Alaska.

Great TT :-)

Sleeping Mommy said...

Thanks for sharing these tips. They are all easy things to do but so many don't think of them--including me!

Thanks for visiting my TT
http://sleepingmommy.com/?p=394

Nicholas said...

Some very good ideas there.

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