• Replace burned out light bulbs with compact fluorescent bulbs.
• Purchase Energy Star appliances and electronics.
• Turn off lights, TVs, etc. when not in use.
• Turn down your water heater to the lowest setting.
• Use environmentally-friendly, or "green" cleaners.

Around the House - Remodeling

• Look for salvaged materials in your building projects.
• Flooring - bamboo flooring, recycled content carpet, and natural fiber rubs are all good choices.
• Select low- or no-VOC paints.

• "I walk up to the local grocery store, about a mile away. It allows me to get some exercise and some groceries at the same time - with the whole family!" Rachel P.
• Carpool. Hate to drive? Make friends with someone who enjoys it.
• Choose cars that are fuel-efficient. Keep your tires properly inflated and replace air filters regularly.
• Telecommute. Work in jammies and help the environment? What a horrible idea...

• Take your own shopping bags.
• Look for organic and locally grown foods.
• Cut down on meat consumption.

• Take your own shopping bags.
• Buy products with recycled content.
• Consider e-commerce when possible to save gas.