Going Green at Home

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Independent Living Period 8

How To Save Water

Water is constantly misused and abused but there are ways to conserve. (which also lowers the water bill)

Tips for Reducing Water Choose water efficient appliances and Choose water efficient appliances and

fittings for the bathroom, laundry, kitchen fittings for the bathroom, laundry, kitchen and garden.and garden.

Examine your system for drips, leaks and Examine your system for drips, leaks and damaged pipes. damaged pipes.

Use a bucket to wash car, or in the garden Use a bucket to wash car, or in the garden instead of a hose. instead of a hose.

Invest in a laundry machine with AAA Invest in a laundry machine with AAA water rating, instant gas heaters, and an water rating, instant gas heaters, and an improved plumbing system.improved plumbing system. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hWbVuVcATqk

H ow to R educe W aste

Just like water can be used more than once, Just like water can be used more than once, so can half of the things we throw away to pill so can half of the things we throw away to pill up in a landfill.up in a landfill.

✦ Compost green waste and food scraps in a Compost green waste and food scraps in a compost bin.compost bin.

✦ Use both sides of paper for writing and Use both sides of paper for writing and printing.printing.

✦ Use recycled paper.Use recycled paper.

How to Conserve Energy

Working to conserve energy will not only help save the environment, but you'll

notice the difference on your energy bills too.

Install insulation in your home. It will make your home a lot more comfortable in summer and winter.

Install a solar hot water heater Install energy efficient lighting. Use transport thoughtfully.