Archive for October 30th, 2009

Going Green Tips: 5 Easy Things You Can Do at Home - #5

Well, today wraps up our week of Going Green tips!  We hope you’ve enjoyed the series, and here’s Tip # 5 for going green at home.

5. Install low flush toilets and shower heads.  This is another way to consume less water in the bathroom.  Even better yet, if you’re getting ready to put in a new toilet fixture, look into composting toilets.  These fixtures are clean and odorless, and will save you a significant amount of money in water and sewer costs.

Excel Composting Toilet

While the suggestions we have offered this week may seem like really small things, don’t underestimate the impact these changes can make.  If every person in the United States made a conscious effort today to turn off the water while brushing their teeth or shampooing their hair, think how many millions of gallons of water would be saved!  Now multiply that over the course of fifty years, and the result is astronomical.  So what are you waiting for?  Now is a great time to jump on the going green bandwagon by recycling, saving some water, and using less energy.  The environment will benefit, and in many cases, your pocketbook will, too.

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