In this down economy, many people are no longer able to afford the luxury items that they once enjoyed because they are mostly spending their income on the basic necessities for daily living. On top of that, global warming and environment issues have increased prices, making it more difficult for people to pay for their bills and other necessities. In order for people to survive the economic and environmental situation, they need to save energy, their money and save the earth. By being aware of eco-friendly energy alternatives and living “green”, people can save more money in order to afford some luxury and leisure items as well as saving the planet.

Here are some tips to save energy:

1. During the summertime, do not turn on the air conditioner unless it is an unbearably hot temperature of thirty degrees Celsius or ninety degrees Fahrenheit and higher. If the temperature is less than that, open the windows and turn on fans to air out the house or apartment.

2. During the wintertime, do not turn on the heater unless it is very cold. Instead, make you environment warm and cozy by using your fireplace, wearing warm clothing, and cuddling with lots of blankets. And, if you have a mate and/or pets, it is more warm and cozy to cuddle with them.

3. Turn on lights only at night and when the room is being used. When the lights are on, use fluorescent lights or eco-friendly lights. Turn off other electronics, such as television, computer, and radio when not in use.

4. Use a renewable energy system that omits fossil fuels. Such fossil fuels include coal, oil, and natural gas, and they can emit carbon dioxide in the air. Renewable energy system includes biomass, small hydro, solar, wind, geothermal, tidal energy, or photovoltaic conversion system.

5. Do not use disposable items unless they are biodegradable. Instead, use a real camera, as well as plates, glass, cups and eating utensils that can be washed.

6. Recycle aluminum cans, glass bottles and jars, plastic and paper products, steel and tin cans, used motor oil, paint and batteries. Old electronics should be recycled since they contain lead and mercury, which can taint the soil and water. Thereby, poisoning drinking water as well as vegetation. Recycle car fluids, parts, batteries and accessories as well as auto bodies and tires. Recycle old compost to create your own fertilizer.

7. Use cotton and linen products because they do not emit VOCs to the air; and thereby, improving air quality. Organic cotton is a lot better because it does not use up petrochemicals.

8. Buy products in bulk or large boxes to save on packaging. Such bulk shopping can be found in warehouse stores, such as Costco.

9. Use cleaning products that do not have harsh chemicals and that are not scented.

10. Do not use foam products, such as cups, bowls, plates, and clamshell boxes, because they use up petrochemicals and they do not recycle well.

11. Use the machine washer/dryer and dishwasher after seven in the afternoon. Wash most of your clothes in cold water because hot weather uses up a lot of energy. So, wash in hot water at a minimum. When drying clothes, only place big, chunky, and thick pieces, like towels, sheets, jeans, sweats, blankets, robes and pajamas in the dryer with dryer balls in order to reduce the length of drying. Try to lay out smaller pieces of clothing as well as the delicate and gentle garments to air dry.

Therefore, saving energy leads to saving money and saving the planet. The three Rs, reduce, reuse and recycle as well as recycling aluminum, steel and tin cans, glass bottles and jars, and paper and plastic products can help people immensely conserve energy. Thereby, energy and environmental conservations can improve people’s lives and future by decreasing costs and saving the planet.

Amelia Yap is a mother who is very conscious about global warming and the future or our environment. She has made it her mission to educate others to go green, reduce their carbon foot print, and help save our environment.
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More and more households today are finding ways to “go green.” These measures can range from the labor-intensive installation of expensive solar panels and remodeling to simple, inexpensive, every day changes that anyone can do. Below are some easy and hassle-free tips to “green-it-yourself” that will help the environment – and your budget.

Energy Efficiency

You can easily and simply reduce energy expenditures by choosing Energy Star when it is time to buy or replace an appliance. Energy Star appliances – such as refrigerators, dishwashers, and washing machines – consume 10-50 percent less energy. Energy Star brand users will see the difference in their electrical bills each month.

Replace regular incandescent light bulbs with fluorescent bulbs. Fluorescent bulbs now come in different shapes, wattages, and colors for a softer look. Finally, consider which appliances are necessary. In warm weather, dry clothes outside on a clothing rack rather than in the dryer. Using a drying rack saves money and energy, and your clothes come inside smelling fresh.

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

This motto of the environmental movement is as important as ever. The facts are in on recycling: with the amount of aluminum cans discarded, every three months a commercial air fleet could be built! And with the electricity saved by recycling a stack of newspapers one-foot high, your home could be heated for 17 hours!

Most municipalities offers extensive recycling services that make recycling one of the easiest steps you can take toward a green home. Just fill your blue box with magazines, newspapers, plastic #1 and #2 bottles, aluminum cans, glass bottles, and beverage containers, and let the waste department do the rest.

You can also extend the lifetime of most products by reusing them. Reuse aluminum foil and plastic bags for food storage. Empty plastic containers and glass bottles can be used to store bulk food or leftovers. Many waste products make good art projects, too.

Carbon-Neutralize Your Home

A growing trend in green living is carbon neutrality. Carbon dioxide is emitted every day through heating, cooling, electricity usage, driving, and more. Your daily expenditure of carbon dioxide – a major contributor to global warming – can be offset by contributing small donations to companies that work toward environmental clean-up, reforestation, or alternative energy. Although it doesn’t generate savings, calculating daily household carbon use through online calculators, and purchasing offsets to make your home carbon neutral is a growing trend in green living.

Harvest the Rain

Rain barrels are a feature of green homes, especially in warm, low-rain climates. A rain barrel can be a regular or homemade barrel or one bought for this purpose. It is best placed under a rain spout, and the collected rainwater can then be used to hydrate parched gardens and lawns, or even to wash the car. Rain collection barrels are an effective way to preserve a natural resource and lower the water bill.

Compost and “Grasscycle”

Households throw out 20 million tons of grass clippings and dead leaves each year, yet they will spend millions on lawn and garden care. Green your own grass by spreading glass clippings over the lawn after mowing. This will reduce the need for watering, and the decomposing clippings will fertilize the new grass.

Composting food waste is another way to reuse, recycle, and save. Proper composting will result in waste reduction and healthy, vibrant gardens and yards. If you’re planting vegetables, composting is a way to close the loop for a sustainable table.

Going green is easier than every before. Take control of your impact on the environment, your home, and best of all, your wallet, with these simple adjustments to daily living.

Calum MacKenzie is Broker Owner of Tampa Homes 24-7 LLC a leading Wesley Chapel real estate company serving communities like Seven Oaks in Wesley Chapel and specializing in Wesley Chapel Homes.

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