Cheap Ideas for Going Green
Green living helps protect the environment. And going green does not have to cost you a lot of money. You can go green in different parts of your life, including household activities. Once you have learned how to save money and help protect the environment, you can teach other family members and your friends.
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Organic Produce
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You can save and go green with organic produce. Buy less produce and mix it with other food ingredients. Shop at your farmers market instead of buying imported goods. Make sure you shop for organic produce in season to maximize your green savings. Plan your household menu every two weeks so you know which produce is required.
Lunchtime
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Your lunch costs can interfere with your going green. Plan your daily lunches and reduce take-out meals. Prepare extra food during your evening meals and save a portion for your lunch. Purchase reusable food containers to carry your lunch. Reduce your use of plastic bags for your lunch. You can find reusable food containers from discount stores.
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Computer Use
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Learn how to save and go green with your computer. Try to turn off your computer when it's not in use. You can also turn on the "sleep" mode so that the computer will go into a low-power state if you're away from it for a designated amount of time. If you are leaving on vacation or a three-day weekend, you can unplug your desktop.
Reuse Glass Jars
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After you use glass food jars, wash and dry them. You can reuse the jars for other things. Things to keep in the jar include paper clips, metal nails and bolts. If the glass jar is large, you can keep loose change for your daily newspaper. Ask family and friends for their glass jars instead of purchasing more.
Cleaning Products
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Purchasing cleaning products costs money. Go green with your cleaning products, including window cleaner. One suggestion involves purchasing concentrated products, which require less usage. Another suggestion includes using vinegar, bleach or lemon juice for cleaning. Teach your family members how to use more green cleaning products. Purchase cleaning products from discount stores.
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