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GREEN TIPS These are simple, easy to do steps to reduce your eco footprint and be friendly to the planet.
Electricity
Conserve energy by turning off lights and computers when not in use.
Use energy efficient appliances and equipment.
Replace incandescent light bulbs with compact fluorescents.
Unplug electrical appliances from wall when away from home for extended periods.
Waste
Use washable coffee mugs at work and keep one in the car.
Use a cloth bag on all shopping trips.
Eliminate disposable products from your kitchen.
Buy grains, pasta, spices, oils, and household cleaners in bulk.
Start a compost pile for your yard debris and food scraps.
Water
Reduce water use with efficient shower heads.
Water the lawn less frequently.
Take shorter showers.
Use non-toxic cleaning products.
Replace part of your lawn with native plants.
Paper
Write and print drafts on used paper.
Purchase paper with at least 30% post-consumer recycled content.
Replace paper napkins with cloth napkins.
Buy recycled content toilet paper.
For more tips on what you can do to in your home and at work to reduce your eco footprint and be greener, call Pure Concierige + Errand (insert # later) for a one-on-one meeting with one of our Green Advisors.