More Environmental Tips

I've missed a couple of Wednesdays, but wanted to give you some more easy ideas on ways you could help the environment.

• Use the microwave. Next time you bake a potato, nuke it. It takes less time and takes less energy than if you're using an electric stove at 400 degrees for an hour or so.



• Wash with cold water if you can. Not all clothes need to be washed in hot water. As a matter of fact, it can be bad for them-wears them out sooner. So use the coolest settings you can on your washing machine. And never wash less than a full load...you'll conserve water that way.



• Let your computer sleep. Or better yet, turn it off. I know you leave it on so you can check this blog on an hourly basis, but, if you turn your computer off overnight or while you're out during the day, you'll save an enormous amount of electricity.



• Fill your freezer. Your deep freeze works best full. So hit the warehouse store and stock up on things you can freeze. But make sure you leave space between items in the fridge. It lets air circulate more efficiently.
  

Those are easy, huh? Adopt one or two and you'll be doing your part. Stay tuned for more next week...