How green is your home?
There are lots of small details that can turn your home into an environmentally friendly abode. Commit to making just one change during this challenge and reap the environmental benefits long after you've earned the reward points.
Share the green tip you adopted with others in the comments section below.
Your Challenge: Make at least one, permanent, environmentally friendly change in your home.
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How much you could cut your lighting energy bill by doing a complete switchover to compact fluorescent light bulbs from standard incandescent bulbs. (MSN The Daily Green)
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Easy Greenifiers:
- Replace light bulbs with energy efficient CFLs.
- Keep appliances unplugged when they're not in use.
- Turn off the water when you're brushing your teeth or washing your face.
- Remove yourself from junk mail lists by writing the below address or downloading the online form:
Direct Marketing Association's Mail Preference Service
P.O. Box 643
Carmel, NY 10512
- Use compost instead of synthetic fertilizers on your lawn and garden.
- Redecorating? Choose zero or low-VOC paint and bamboo flooring instead of traditional hardwoods.
- Opt for online banking and bill pay. Choose direct deposit, online pay stubs and online account statements.
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Green Genie
It'll cost you a buck but could save you a lot more. Tips for making energy efficient choices at home (plus at the office and more).
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Action Tips
Make Your Home Greener.
Ditch the chemicals
Clean your house with baking soda, vinegar, lemon juice and salt.
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