by dave | Jul 1, 2012 | Staff Column
Back to the tips. Use both sides of printer/scratch paper. The average world office employee uses nearly 7 reams of copy paper each year. Let’s reduce that! Most printers have a setting to print on both sides. Another tip: save paper that has only been printed...
by dave | Jul 1, 2012 | Staff Column
Back to the tips. As Americans, we take pride in our green, luscious lawns. The grass may be greener on the other side, but it also requires a large amount of water. Here are a few tips to more efficiently take care of your lawn and garden: Practice xeriscaping....
by dave | Jul 1, 2012 | Staff Column
Back to the tips. The cruise control feature on your car can be quite controversial when it comes to fuel efficiency. It can be a great way to optimize your gas usage, but can also lead to unnecessary acceleration during uphill climbs. Here are a couple of helpful...
by dave | Jul 1, 2012 | Staff Column
Back to the tips. This picture says it all. Not only does taking a bus decrease road congestion, but think of all the emissions one bus can save. Take a look at this chart, which compares several modes of transportation. Back to the tips.
by dave | Jul 1, 2012 | Staff Column
Back to the tips. Do you ever work in your pajamas? Hate the long drive into the office? Consider telecommuting. This will save money for your employer, for you, and minimize carbon emissions. Can’t telecommute full time? Try working from home once a week! Back...
by dave | Jul 1, 2012 | Staff Column
Back to the tips. Roasting chestnuts and marshmallows in your fireplace may be fun, but is your fireplace leaking heat (and money) out of your chimney? Here are a couple of tips to make your fireplace more efficient. Do you use your fireplace often? Learn how to build...
by dave | Jul 1, 2012 | Staff Column
Back to the tips.On average, produce has to travel 1,500 miles before it can even get to the shelves. In his book, Deep Economy, author Bill McKibben takes a look at the Food Miles of produce consumed in Iowa. Carrots, from California, travel 1,690 miles. Potatoes,...
by dave | Jul 1, 2012 | Staff Column
Back to the tips. Similar to the previous tip, bank statements have become an unnecessary waste of paper. Log on to your bank’s website and retrieve your statements online! In fact, some banks may even charge you for a paper statement! Back to the...
by dave | Jul 1, 2012 | Staff Column
Back to the tips. Why run the shower while you are shampooing/conditioning? Many showerheads now come with a pause button! It may not save the world, but it can save a couple of gallons of water each shower. Check out this article by WiseBread on how to shower in...
by dave | Jul 1, 2012 | Staff Column
Back to the tips. Are you lucky enough to have a dishwasher? Well, you better be using it! As it turns out, using a dishwasher may be more efficient than hand-washing. If you do decide to use the dishwasher, here are a couple of tips: Scrape your plate, don’t...
