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Ten Easy Ways to Celebrate Earth Day

by LiveInWichita.com on April 12, 2010

in Blog, Homeowners

Check out these simple ideas you can choose from to help you and your family get up and get involved! Tips are from the The Home Warranty of America Green Team

1. Re-usable Bags
Utilize reusable bags for all of your shopping

2. Plant a tree, shrub or other plants
This is certainly a popular way to celebrate Earth Day and one that beautifies your surroundings

3. Water Bottles
Use refillable bottles and a water filter for your water

4. Recycle, Re-use and Repurpose
Try to do one of these three actions with everything you touch and you’ll reduce waste considerably

5. Turn off lights
Use power strips for phone and other chargers, computers and other energy depleting appliances – the strip can be turned off and on easily

6. Use natural cleaners when possible from baking soda to vinegar and lemons
There are lots of great web sites with recipes on how to mix them correctly

7. Pay bills online
It saves time and money – no stamps, no checks, no hassle

8. Save water
Turn water off when brushing your teeth or during other grooming activities

9. Save gas
Plan your trips and errands efficiently

10. Storing food
When saving food items, place them in reusable containers

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