Green Tip #1
Lower your thermostat during the winter and at night -- and if possible – use a programmable one.

Green Tip #2
Recycle your newspapers and magazines. And for your green waste…start a compost pile in your back yard.

Green Tip #3
Turn off lights and electronics when you leave the room…and unplug your cell phone charger when it’s not in use.

Green Tip #4
Check out your bathroom. If possible – switch to low-flow faucets, shower-heads and toilets.

Green Tip #5
Bring your own reusable shopping bags to the store. They’re bigger and sturdier than plastic bags…and won’t pollute our environment.

Green Tip #6
After bathing – hang up that towel instead of tossing it in the wash. It’s still clean and can be used again.

Green Tip #7
Limit the length of your showers…and try turning off the water while you soap up and shampoo.

Green Tip #8
Consider using organic cleaning products like vinegar, borax and baking soda. You’ll find recipes on the internet.

Green Tip #9
Go paperless. Consider reading your newspaper and magazine subscriptions online…and switch to electronic banking too.

Green Tip #10
Consider buying a fuel-efficient car or hybrid. Plus -- turn off your car if you need to idle more than one minute.

Green Tip #11
Get the kids involved. Have them decorate special recycling bins for paper, plastics and cans to organize the process.

Green Tip #12
Recycle plastic bottles and cans. If your’e not at home…take the extra steps to find that recycling bin. It’s good exercise…and good for the environment.