15 Ways To Go Green: Part One

1. Bring your own bags to the grocery store
2. Support your local economy and curb excess fossil-fuel consumption by shopping close to home
3. Install Energy Star–qualified double-pane windows for better insulation
4. Take the bus (or train)
5. Buy energy-efficient appliances (look for the Energy Star label)
6. Go for bamboo (for flooring, cutting boards, towels, sheets, and so on)
7. Clean the fridge coils for better productivity
8. Turn off the lights when you leave the room
9. Install low-flow showerheads and take shorter showers
10. Eat more veggies
11. Get a library card
12. Ride your bike
13. Don’t let the sink faucet run when you wash dishes and brush your teeth
14. Leave only footprints when you travel
15. Unplug your electronics (DVD player, TV, cell-phone charger) when you’re not using them