I like to think I’m a bit green. While there are still many things I need to learn and many steps I need to take, I do believe there are small things we can all do to help make the earth a little greener, and save some money in the process. Most of these things require very little effort, and barely a lifestyle change.

1. Use reuseable water bottles.
2. Install a water filter and drink tap water instead of bottled water.
3. Dry your clothes on a clothesline.
4. Pack lunches in containers rather than plastic and paper bags.
5. Use your own canvas shopping bags.
6. Wash with cold water whenever possible.
7. Conserve water by turning off the faucets when shaving or brushing teeth.
8. Ditto washing the dishes. First soap them up, then rinse them off. Don’t leave the water running.
9. Grow your own organic vegetables.
10. Use rechargeable batteries.
11. Use air conditioning only when absolutely necessary.
12. Turn off the television and enjoy the evening reading, playing games or sitting outside talking.
13. Turn off lights and appliances when not in use.
14. If you can walk or ride your bike to school or shops, or anywhere, do it.
15. Use your everyday dishes and glasses over paper plates and cups.
16. Use energy efficient light bulbs.
17. Drive a fuel efficient car.
18. Request to stop receiving junk mail.
19. Double up in the shower.
20. Plant trees around your house for cooling shade.
21. Read your newspapers online.
22. Clean with inexpensive natural products such as vinegar.
23. Avoid pesticides and chemical fertilizers.
24. Recycle.
25. Carpool to work, school or other events.
26. Throw on a sweater and turn down your heat.
27. Run washing machines and dishwashers only when full.
28. Collect rainwater or gray water to use to water plants, clean garden furniture and other backyard projects.
29. Compost kitchen and garden waste.
30. Drive slower.
31. Make your own whenever you can.
32. Freecycle.

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