Thursday, November 14, 2019

Actions: Care for The Earth

1. Reduce, Reuse, Recycle:
  • use reusable products instead of disposables
  • buy products with minimal packaging
  • recycle paper, newspaper, and aluminum cans
2. Insulate Your Home
  • add extra insulation to your walls, attic
  • install weather stripping caulk around doors and windows (this can reduce your heating cost by more than 25%)
3. Be thrifty with Heating and Cooling
  • turn down heat while sleeping at night, during the day when away
  • put on a sweater instead of automatically turning up heat
4. Leave the car at Home Whenever You Can
  • walk, bike to your destination to reduce emissions (save money on gas, and get good exercise)
5. Buy Energy-Efficient Products
  • buy a car that gives you the best gas mileage
  • use enery-efficient home apliances
  • use LED light bulbs
6. Turn Dow Your Appliances
  • Set water heater to 120F, wrap in insulating blanket if the heater is more than 5 years old
  • buy low-flow showerheads to save water
  • wash clothes in warm or cold water (hot water takes ore energy)
  • in the sunny days, let clothes air-dry after washing them
  • use energy settings in dishwasher, let dishes air-dry
7. Use Low-flow Faucet Aerator and Don't Leave the Water Running
  • turn off water when brushing teeth or soaping the dog
  • turn off water when washing the car except when rinsing
This article is adapted from a 10-years-old "green business" flyer.

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