Save Money By Going Green
Green living doesn't have to cost a fortune. In fact, you can save money and benefit the environment by living green. Here I've compiled some easy tips on how to go green. Try to incorporate these money saving green tips into your lifestyle. Going green doesn't have to be a challenge! These green living ideas will help you to be more cautious of the energy to are using and will save you money. If you have more green ideas please contribute them by leaving a comment below. Thanks for visiting.
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Green Cleaning
Ideas for green cleaning around the house
use environmentally friendly cleanersuse rags in place of sponges
use a Non Electric Sweeper on carpets
sweep floors with a broom
use old clothes as rags
Sweep your Floors to Save Energy
Green Laundry
Tips on how to make your laundry green
wash laundry by hand
wash clothes in cold water
line dry laundry
wash clothes in cold water
line dry laundry
Wash your Clothes by Hand
Green Bathroom
Green tips for your bathroom
turn the water off when brushing teeth
take short showers or a navy shower and avoid baths
take cold showers
put a 2 liter bottle full of water/sand into your toilet's water tank
take short showers or a navy shower and avoid baths
take cold showers
put a 2 liter bottle full of water/sand into your toilet's water tank
Use a Shower Timer to Reduce Water Consumption
Green in the Kitchen
Ideas for making your kitchen green
wash and dry dishes by hand
turn water off when not in use
use cloth napkins
use dish rags in place of sponges
reuse grocery bags as trash bags
use towels in place of paper towels
avoid disposable dishes
use your microwave to cook
avoid electric appliances and use manual ones instead
- wisk in lieu of a mixer
- french press coffee maker in lieu of electric
- knife in lieu of blender or electric chopper
- use a Zeer in lieu of a refrigerator
- use ice cube trays in lieu of an ice cube maker
turn water off when not in use
use cloth napkins
use dish rags in place of sponges
reuse grocery bags as trash bags
use towels in place of paper towels
avoid disposable dishes
use your microwave to cook
avoid electric appliances and use manual ones instead
- wisk in lieu of a mixer
- french press coffee maker in lieu of electric
- knife in lieu of blender or electric chopper
- use a Zeer in lieu of a refrigerator
- use ice cube trays in lieu of an ice cube maker
Use a Zeer Pot to Keep Food Cold
Eating Green
Tips for how to make your diet greener
eat a raw diet
eat organic foods
grow your own produce & herbs
buy foods produced locally
avoid packaged foods
drink tap water instead of bottled water
make sun tea
eat organic foods
grow your own produce & herbs
buy foods produced locally
avoid packaged foods
drink tap water instead of bottled water
make sun tea
Grow Your Own Produce
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Green Energy Savings
Save energy and money by going green
wintertime keep your thermostat as low as possible
summertime open your windows in lieu of a/c
use fans instead of air conditioning
turn off lights when not necessary
use rechargeable batteries
replace incandescent light bulbs with compact fluorescent light bulbs
unplug electronic devices when not in use
use manual or solar powered appliances
purchase energy efficient appliances
summertime open your windows in lieu of a/c
use fans instead of air conditioning
turn off lights when not necessary
use rechargeable batteries
replace incandescent light bulbs with compact fluorescent light bulbs
unplug electronic devices when not in use
use manual or solar powered appliances
purchase energy efficient appliances
Replace all Light Bulbs with Compact Fluorescent
Green Around the House
Ideas to make your home greener
read a book instead of watching tv
pay bills online
request online statements
bring reusable bags to the store
recycle
reuse plastic bags
give old clothing and household items to charity
wrap gifts using scrap fabric, brown paper grocery bags or other reused items
fix water wasting leaks
pay bills online
request online statements
bring reusable bags to the store
recycle
reuse plastic bags
give old clothing and household items to charity
wrap gifts using scrap fabric, brown paper grocery bags or other reused items
fix water wasting leaks
Wrap Gifts in Recycled Paper
Green Gardening
Get a workout and make your garden green
get a push reel lawn mower
collect rainwater to water plants
plants perennials instead of annuals in the garden
create a compost pile
use compost as mulch
grow your own produce
use drip irrigation to water plants
water plants early in the morning or around sunset
collect rainwater to water plants
plants perennials instead of annuals in the garden
create a compost pile
use compost as mulch
grow your own produce
use drip irrigation to water plants
water plants early in the morning or around sunset
Use a Push Reel Lawn Mower to Cut Your Lawn
Green Pest Protection
Green tips to eliminate pests
mosquito netting
use plants in lieu of chemicals as pest deterrent
use pepper spray to repel ants
use lavender as a mosquito repellent
use plants in lieu of chemicals as pest deterrent
use pepper spray to repel ants
use lavender as a mosquito repellent
Use Lavender Essential Oil as Mosquito Repellent
Green Pest Protection Products
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Get around the green way!
walk
ride your bike
use public transit
carpool
drive an electric scooter
keep tires inflated properly to save gas
always fill your gas tank at half full to prevent evaporation
fill your gas tank using the low setting at the pump
buy gasoline in the morning when the ground is cool
drive a solar powered car
drive an electric car
drive a hybrid car
use bio diesel in place of regular diesel
ride your bike
use public transit
carpool
drive an electric scooter
keep tires inflated properly to save gas
always fill your gas tank at half full to prevent evaporation
fill your gas tank using the low setting at the pump
buy gasoline in the morning when the ground is cool
drive a solar powered car
drive an electric car
drive a hybrid car
use bio diesel in place of regular diesel
Ride Your Bike
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Go green at the store with these energy saving ideas
buy locally produced goods
bring your own reusable bags to the store
request to not receive a printed receipt
bring your own reusable bags to the store
request to not receive a printed receipt
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Learn more green living ideas with these great green books
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Green Living
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Easy Green Living: The Ultimate Guide to Simple, Eco-Friendly Choices for You and Your Home
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Green Living For Dummies (For Dummies (Home & Garden))
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Living Green on a Budget
Sweep your floors to save energy
Wash your clothes by hand
Use a Shower Timer to Reduce Water Consumption
Use a Zeer Pot to Keep Food Cold
Grow Your Own Produce
Replace all Light Bulbs with Compact Fluorescent
Wrap Gifts in Recycled Paper
Use a Push Reel Lawn Mower to Cut Your Lawn
Use Lavender Essential Oil as Mosquito Repellent
Ride Your Bike
BYOB: Bring Your Own Bag
Sweep your floors to save energy
Wash your clothes by hand
Use a Shower Timer to Reduce Water Consumption
Use a Zeer Pot to Keep Food Cold
Grow Your Own Produce
Replace all Light Bulbs with Compact Fluorescent
Wrap Gifts in Recycled Paper
Use a Push Reel Lawn Mower to Cut Your Lawn
Use Lavender Essential Oil as Mosquito Repellent
Ride Your Bike
BYOB: Bring Your Own Bag
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