Use Energy Star Appliances –
ENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S.
Department of Energy helping us all save money and protect the environment through energy
efficient products and practices. See their website for more information. http://www.energystar.gov/
Employers – Provide benefits for carpoolers, such as
preferred parking, as well as rewarding other green practices.
Drive Less
- Car Pool – Less Cars on the Road=Less CO2 Emissions
- "Lunch In" – this practice also saves you money
-> Avg. Lunch ($9) x weekdays in year (260) = $2340
Energy Efficient Florescent Bulbs – use CFL in place of
incandescent bulbs and see a decrease in electricity and cooling bills. CFL not only use
less energy and have a longer lifespan, they give off less heat and lower the strain on
your cooling system.
Use Recycled Goods – decrease the demand of raw
materials and keep reusable items out of the landfill.
Contact your local Recycling Coordinator to maximize recycling
