9 Easy Ways to Go Green

Simple Solutions to Live Greener (& Save a Little Money While Doing It!)
April 23, 2016
Story By: Mandy Kellogg Rye
Filed Under > Life Skills

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Yesterday was Earth Day (just in case you missed the memo).  Earth Day, to me, always serves as a great reminder to think of ways I can go green.  And yes, not just for a day, but every day.  It’s that gentle kick in the behind to consider better habits during my normal routine. 

In the slideshow above, I’ve rounded up nine easy ways to go green, and believe me…they’re super simple.  But if you’re like me, sometimes you forget and/or get lazy about these little steps to a greener community (it’s okay, let’s just work on it!).  What would you add to the list?  Cheers, Kat

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Use Dish Towels

Use Dish Towels

Stop buying paper towels and instead use dish towels to dry hands, clean up messes and keep things tidy. It's amazing how many paper towels we go through without realizing it!

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Turn the Water Off While You Brush

Turn the Water Off While You Brush

It's all too easy to keep the water on while you brush your teeth, but it's also just as easy to turn it off! Train yourself to flip the knob and brush without the waste.

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Recycle & Compost

Recycle & Compost

The U.S. is the # 1 trash producing country in the world (!) and that's just gross. Designate a recycling bin at home, and consider composting when growing your own plants and veggies.

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Use Reusable Containers

Use Reusable Containers

Decrease waste by opting for reusable jars and containers for food instead of plastic bags.

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Wash Clothes in Cold Water

Wash Clothes in Cold Water

Washing your clothes in cold water keeps your utility bill down, takes better care of your clothes, AND is better for the planet. About 90 percent of energy used when washing your clothes is just to heat the water (costing you $100 or more every year).

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Run the Dishwasher

Run the Dishwasher

Running the dishwasher actually uses a lot less water than washing dishes by hand (like HALF less). The continuous stream of running water adds up, so consider the dishwasher your friend for this household chore.

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Buy Local

Buy Local

Think about ways you can enjoy seasonal fruits and vegetables, and always consider if you can buy local. Not only will you be supporting small business farmers, you will be using little to no plastic packaging.

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Switch Your Lightbulbs

Switch Your Lightbulbs

An easy switch, but convenient to ignore too...changing out your lightbulbs for more energy-efficient options will lower your bill and help you live greener every day.

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Use Your Own Bags

Use Your Own Bags

Whether you're bringing groceries home, shopping or making a run to the florist, use your own bags to eliminate plastic waste.

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  • Gabriella / 04.25.2016

    Fantastic (and super easy) tips! I do a lot of these already (cold water, kitchen towels, and reusable containers), but I’m definitely trying to make even more of an effort to go green – thanks for the inspiration!

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