Eco- Friendly is a term most commonly referring to products
that contribute to green living or practices that help conserve resources like
water and energy! With so many things happening around us, now is the time to
take care of not only ourselves but the environment around us. Ever wonder what
happens to the trash you see lingering around while you drive down the highway?
Or what it costs to leave your outside lights on all day, how about what you
can save by recycling or reusing items and products for a multitude of things.
We’ve got some ideas that we think can help you live a more Eco-Friendly
lifestyle.
1.
Be an energy saver not an energy taker! Unplug
the electronics you are not utilizing you’re your phone charge, coffee maker,
toaster, or microwave; these are all things around the house that we typically
don’t think twice about leaving in the power outlet. According to The Natural
Resources Defense Council it costs an average of $165 per household or $19
billion across the U.S. https://www.nrdc.org/resources/home-idle-load-devices-wasting-huge-amounts-electricity-when-not-active-use
2.
Got a garden? Set up a rain barrel for out-side
water use! You can save on your water bill by using the recycled water from the
rain!
3.
Speaking of water! Water leaks or broken pipes
create a water waste in the trillions annually. So ensure to check what’s below
the surface, if you’re seeing an increase in your bill, this could be an
underlining issue that by fixing could save in the long haul. Did you know that the average American uses
around 9,000 gallons of water to flush 230 gallons of waste?
4.
Set the thermostat! Setting your thermostat
ensures that the A/C unit will not have to be over worked. Turning your air off
during the day makes the unit work extra to fulfill your need to be cooled
after your long day of work. If you leave it on but set it at a higher temp you’ll
be able to maintain a more comfortable degree.
5.
An average of 5% of energy is from lighting; make
sure you’re using the correct light bulbs for your fans, lamps and general
lighting. Don’t forget to turn the lights out as well.
Remember you can make a compost pile with coffee grounds,
banana peels and other scraps of food to save on your at home garden. While
you’re strolling around the neighbor hood making sure you get all your steps
in, bring a small bag to pick up any trash you see lingering around. Littering
can create storm-drains to clog and cause floods and can injure our aquatic
life. Share some of your ideas on how to be friendlier with our
environment.
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