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Make your home more energy efficient Print E-mail
Saturday, 02 June 2007
There are many things you can change around the house to make a difference to the environment...

Simple things you can do for your environment:

  • Recycle paper, glass and plastics.
  • Use alternative cleaning products like baking soda, vinegar, and soapy water.
  • Buy energy efficient appliances.
  • Don't waste water - get a water tank and plant water wise gardens with natives to encourage local birds.
  • Replace old lightbulbs with Compact Fluorescent Light bulbs (CFLs).
  • Use recycled paper and refuse junk mail or get it emailed to you.
  • Get a compost bin (we have a tumble one that is fantastic and easy!)
  • Buy organic or local farm fresh food and beauty products .
  • Insulate your home properly and use a ceiling fan instead of air-conditioners.
  • Catch public transport whenever you can or buy a hybrid car.
  • Turn the lights off when you're not using them.
  • Swap home electricity to a GreenEnergy option. Such as Energy Australia green option - apparently this does not cost anything extra and uses green energy. http://www.energy.com.au/energy/ea.nsf/Content/NSW+Green+Energy
  • Solar panels on the roof.

Let us know if you have any more ideas?

Last Updated ( Tuesday, 11 September 2007 )
 
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