You can live anywhere on the planet today, and where ever that is, a tropical island in the Pacific, a farm in Iowa, or in one of the world's many cities.......we all need to think GREEN! Think Ecosystems! We will be posting on our website many ways to contribute to the betterment of our community thru simple green methods that can be applied right here and right now.
Below is a rainbarrel that can be purchased at Sam's Club. Let's collect rain water to water our yards and gardens saving on water consumption! Priced at $84.87, it's really is a fantastic deal. Take time to check out different site regarding rain barrels, ect., and you will find that is very reasonably priced, made of recycled plastics and is recyclable itself. It has a screen to filter the water and a spigot at the bottom to attach your hose to for use
Where all other rainwater collection products intrude upon your outdoor environment, the Agua Barrel is unobtrusive and in turn blends into your overall landscape while providing you with 50 gallons of its valuable resource. The average collectable rain fall in a summer month is 700 gallons per household. In the summer the average consumer uses 350 gallons per month of water outdoors. Installing Agua Rain Barrels can reduce outdoor water consumption by 50% or more, help the environment and save you money.
The Agua Barrel is a roto molded product that is able to withstand extreme temperature and will not chip, crack or fade. Multiple units can be connected together using ordinary hoses and clamps found at any hardware store for more and more storage using the overflow valves. Reducing water consumption promotes sustainability, so conserve water today in a beautiful way with an Agua Rain Collection System.
10 Ways to Go GREEN!
Save energy to save money.
Set your thermostat a few degrees lower in the winter and a few degrees higher in the summer to save on heating and cooling costs.
- Install compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) when your older incandescent bulbs burn out.
- Unplug appliances when you're not using them. Or, use a "smart" power strip that senses when appliances are off and cuts "phantom" or "vampire" energy use.
- Wash clothes in cold water whenever possible. As much as 85 percent of the energy used to machine-wash clothes goes to heating the water.
- Use a drying rack or clothesline to save the energy otherwise used during machine drying. If you must use a dryer, consider adding dryer balls to cut drying time.
Save water to save money
Take shorter showers to reduce water use. This will lower your water and heating bills too.
- Install a low-flow showerhead. They don't cost much, and the water and energy savings can quickly pay back your investment.
- Make sure you have a faucet aerator on each faucet. These inexpensive appliances conserve heat and water, while keeping water pressure high.
- Plant drought-tolerant native plants in your garden. Many plants need minimal watering. Find out which occur naturally in your area.
Less gas = more money (and better health!).
Walk or bike to work. This saves on gas and parking costs while improving your cardiovascular health and reducing your risk of obesity.
- Consider telecommuting if you live far from your work. Or move closer. Even if this means paying more rent, it could save you money in the long term.
- Lobby your local government to increase spending on sidewalks and bike lanes. With little cost, these improvements can pay huge dividends in bettering your health and reducing traffic.
If you eat meat, add one meatless meal a week. Meat costs a lot at the store-and it's even more expensive when you consider the related environmental and health costs.
Skip the bottled water.
Use a water filter to purify tap water instead of buying bottled water. Not only is bottled water expensive, but it generates large amounts of container waste.
- Bring a reusable water bottle, preferably aluminum rather than plastic, with you when traveling or at work.
- Check out this short article for the latest on bottled water trends.
Go online to find new or gently used secondhand products. Whether you've just moved or are looking to redecorate, consider a service like craigslist or FreeSharing to track down furniture, appliances, and other items cheaply or for free.
- Check out garage sales, thrift stores, and consignment shops for clothing and other everyday items.
- When making purchases, make sure you know what's "Good Stuff" and what isn't.
- Watch a video about what happens when you buy things. Your purchases have a real impact, for better or worse.
Borrow instead of buying.
Borrow from libraries instead of buying personal books and movies. This saves money, not to mention the ink and paper that goes into printing new books.
- Share power tools and other appliances. Get to know your neighbors while cutting down on the number of things cluttering your closet or garage.
Buy in bulk. Purchasing food from bulk bins can save money and packaging.
- Wear clothes that don't need to be dry-cleaned. This saves money and cuts down on toxic chemical use.
- Invest in high-quality, long-lasting products. You might pay more now, but you'll be happy when you don't have to replace items as frequently (and this means less waste!).
Keep electronics out of the trash.
Keep your cell phones, computers, and other electronics as long as possible.
Make your own cleaning supplies.
The big secret: you can make very effective, non-toxic cleaning products whenever you need them. All you need are a few simple ingredients like baking soda, vinegar, lemon, and soap.
- Making your own cleaning products saves money, time, and packaging-not to mention your indoor air quality.
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