- Consult Energy Star: Go
to
www.energystar.gov to explore ways to make your home
greener. The Web-site includes product information,
advice for building & remodeling, & resources for
determining your home's environmental impact.
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- Non - toxic paint: Read
labels when buying paint & look for non - toxic products
such as Safecoat. (Understand that adding tint to
Safecoat also may add compounds & toxins).
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- Set Up Recycling: Build a
recycling station at your home, separating recyclable
items into bins & composting organic materials.
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- Reuse Materials:
Everything from lumber to appliances to cabinets can
often be bought at resale stores, cutting down on waste.
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- Install Solar hot water system:
Save money in the long run using a renewable
energy source - the sun - to heat your water.
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- Change Lighting: Install
compact fluorescent light bulbs in your home. They last
longer than standard bulbs & use about a quarter of the
energy.
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- Ask around: Ask
environmentalists or others in your community to get
connected to ideas that will work best for you. There
are many resources to learn about the best way to live
sustainably on your slice of the earth.
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