Stopping Pollution Ala US EPA

Starting September 15th up until the 21st, it is the National Pollution Prevention Week. And the United States Environmental Protection Agency is very much game to join in this campaign. Now this campaign is all about how we all could help by doing the three Rs which is reducing, reusing, and recycling.

And so, what can we do?

Here are some tips as given out by the US EPA:

At Home:

• Adjust the heat or air conditioning at night and when you are away.
• Keep filters clean to ensure HVAC equipment works more efficiently.
• Turn off lights and electronic devices when not in use, install sensors where appropriate.
• When you purchase electronics and appliances look for the ENERGYSTAR label and buy the most energy efficient items possible to meet your needs.
• Replace light bulbs with energy efficient compact fluorescent bulbs.
• Increase the amount of insulation in your home to reduce heat loss.
• Do not mow your lawn or fill your gas tank on Ozone Action Days.
• Minimize water use by purchasing EPA WATERSENSE designated water efficient toilets, faucets and shower heads.
• Purchase products in bulk with minimal packaging.
• Limit fertilizers and pesticides, especially near lakes and streams.
• Recycle!