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Tip #2 -- Use less energy.
If
you don’t have the money to buy a hybrid car or convert your house to
solar power, you can make a big difference with small changes.
- Buy energy efficient appliances. They may be more expensive, but make up for the increased cost in lower energy bills.
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Unplug chargers when you’re not using them. Cell phone and other
chargers use up powers even if there’s nothing attached to them.
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Put devices with remotes, like T.V.s, VCRs, and stereos, on a power
strip and turn it off when you’re not using them. These devices use a
lot of power to run the remote receiver even when the device is off.
- Walk or ride your bike for short trips.
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Buy local products. It takes energy to transport food and other
products across the country. Buying local not only supports your local
economy, it helps them use less energy.
When
it comes to saving energy and water, it’s a great idea to get the kids
involved.
Activities and Challenges
Green Energy Challenges to do with the kids:
Missed an article from our National Green Week celebration? Here they are again.
- Have them track how much water and electricity everyone is using.
- Compete to see who uses the least water.
- Make it fun!
Activities and Challenges
Green Energy Challenges to do with the kids:
Missed an article from our National Green Week celebration? Here they are again.
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