Earth Day Tips!
In the kitchen...
Set the refrigerator temperature between 38 F and 42 F.
Set the freezer temperature between O F and 5 F.
Microwave whenever you can.
Don't wash dishes with the water running.
In the dining room...
Use napkin rings and cloth napkins.
Use washable plates, cups and silverware.
Serve condiments from recyclable containers.
In the laundry...
Wash and dry only full loads.
Wash with warm water instead of hot.
Rinse with cold water instead of warm.
Hang wash out to dry.
In the bathroom...
Shut off the sink while brushing your teeth.
Shut off the shower while soaping or scrubbing.
Install a low-flow shower head.
Reduce the volume of water in your toilet tank.
In the living room...
Switch off unnecessary lights.
Dress warm: don't turn up the furnace.
Dress cool: don't turn on the air conditioner.
Raise shades on winter days; lower them in summer.
Reverse your fans for summer and winter operations as recommended.
Unplug appliances you don't use on a daily basis
Turn off your computer every night.
In the yard...
Compost leaves and grass clippings.
Avoid pesticides, use nontoxic alternatives.
Apply only as much fertilizer as the lawn needs.
Water the grass early in the morning.
Plant a tree.
In the garage...
Recycle motor oil, antifreeze and car batteries.
In the car...
Drive at the speed limit.
Avoid sudden starts or stops.
Check the tire pressure monthly.
Change air and oil filters regularly.
At the store . . .
Don't buy over packaged items.
Choose products in reusable and/or recyclable containers.
Buy concentrated cleaners and detergents.
Return empty bottles and cans for deposit.
Bring your own bag or cloth tote.
to practice every day!
In the kitchen...
Set the refrigerator temperature between 38 F and 42 F.
Set the freezer temperature between O F and 5 F.
Microwave whenever you can.
Don't wash dishes with the water running.
In the dining room...
Use napkin rings and cloth napkins.
Use washable plates, cups and silverware.
Serve condiments from recyclable containers.
In the laundry...
Wash and dry only full loads.
Wash with warm water instead of hot.
Rinse with cold water instead of warm.
Hang wash out to dry.
In the bathroom...
Shut off the sink while brushing your teeth.
Shut off the shower while soaping or scrubbing.
Install a low-flow shower head.
Reduce the volume of water in your toilet tank.
In the living room...
Switch off unnecessary lights.
Dress warm: don't turn up the furnace.
Dress cool: don't turn on the air conditioner.
Raise shades on winter days; lower them in summer.
Reverse your fans for summer and winter operations as recommended.
Unplug appliances you don't use on a daily basis
Turn off your computer every night.
In the yard...
Compost leaves and grass clippings.
Avoid pesticides, use nontoxic alternatives.
Apply only as much fertilizer as the lawn needs.
Water the grass early in the morning.
Plant a tree.
In the garage...
Recycle motor oil, antifreeze and car batteries.
In the car...
Drive at the speed limit.
Avoid sudden starts or stops.
Check the tire pressure monthly.
Change air and oil filters regularly.
At the store . . .
Don't buy over packaged items.
Choose products in reusable and/or recyclable containers.
Buy concentrated cleaners and detergents.
Return empty bottles and cans for deposit.
Bring your own bag or cloth tote.
Tuesday, April 21, 2009 10:47:00 AM
Great tips yet again. Thanks for sharing Gramee!!
Tuesday, April 21, 2009 10:48:00 AM
That is a good way to celebrate Earth day. We are celebrating Earth day by celebrating Hannah's 10th birthday! She thinks she is special because she was born on Earth Day!
Tuesday, April 21, 2009 11:23:00 AM
Bethany, tomorrow is my oldest daughters birthday also. but alas. she will be 32.. not ten!
i was going to do this post tomorrow.. but i want to post about her.
besides it is hot tip tuesday on my blog.. so i felt today was the day to do earth day..
Tuesday, April 21, 2009 4:17:00 PM
Thanks for the tips Gramee. We could all use them!
Your daughter is going to be 32?!! My goodness, you were just a baby when you had her!!! Tell me she's your oldest!
Tuesday, April 21, 2009 4:49:00 PM
And in AZ, cold water is warm water! (at least in the summer).
Tuesday, April 21, 2009 7:12:00 PM
Every little bit helps. We all have to do our parts. I LOVE this post.
Tuesday, April 21, 2009 8:12:00 PM
These are all great ideas. Thanks for sharing!
Thursday, April 23, 2009 10:19:00 AM
I don't think stores should have plastic bags any more...that would force us all to bring our own re-useable ones...or they should charge the people who forget their own bags....I wouldn't mind being charged the days I forget....I ♥ my re-useable shopping bags!