In honor of St. Patty’s Day…Think GREEN!

With St. Patrick’s Day right around the corner, here are a few simple ideas for you to be kinder and gentler to our planet!!

1.  Consider installing a personal filter on your kitchen faucet.  Save the cost of buying bottled water as well as decreasing waste.

2.  Give it a second thought before you print a document…or choose to use the quick print mode, using less ink.

3.  Set your thermostat a few degrees lower in the winter and a few degrees higher in the summer to save on heating and cooling costs.

4.  Start using compact fluorescent light bulbs.

5.  Wash clothes in cold water whenever possible.

6.  Take shorter showers.

7.  Donate or recycle cell phone whenever possible.

8.  Keep your car tires inflated to improve your gas mileage.

9.  Walk, bike or use public transportation.

10. Be Smart!  Take notice of your habits and make adjustments when possible!

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