Green Tips

Green Tips – 2011

Lunch is everyone's favorite subject. Invest in a lunchbox for you and your kids that is free of lead as well as reusable plastic containers, cloth napkins and a thermos.

Don't leave taps dripping:
Always close faucets tightly after use – one drop wasted per second wastes 10,000 liters per year!

Green Tips – 2010 / 3

Lower your energy bill by cleaning out the clothes dryer lint trap before each new load to improve air circulation and cut down on extra drying time.

Green Tips – 2010 / 01

Reduce the amount of pesticide residue, dust and other toxins from outside your house by using entryway mats and removing shoes before entering your home.

According to the Washington Toxics Coalition, this can reduce pesticide and dust residue on carpet by up to 25%.

Green Tips – 2009 / 09
Save Money

The Energy Star label ensures a product is more energy efficient

Look for the Energy Star label on all new computers and appliances

Green Tips – 2009 / 08
Rechargeable Batteries

Use only rechargeable batteries and recycle them

Go to www.rbrc.org or www.batteryrecycling.com for more information.

Green Tips – 2009 / 06
Staple-Free Stapler

Staples up to 5 pages; available at Amazon.com

120 Tons: Steel saved annually if every office worker in the UK used one less staple per day.