Ways to be

Resourceful

REDUCE
Water usage (turn off water while brushing teeth)
Water waste (leaky faucet calculator)
Turn room lights out when leaving
Programmable thermostats (reduce temp when not home)
Change out old light bulbs to compact florescent lights
Composting reduces waste (see how to compost)
Composting For Kids

REUSE
Refillable water bottles
Fabric grocery bags
Clothing re-sale shops (buy & sell)- Thrifting
Eco-friendly Stain Removers

RECYCLE
Why You Should Recycle
13 Household Items to Recycle (click for website)
Comprehensive Recycling Guide
Recycling Business Ideas (click for website)
Creative Recycling Projects (click for website)
New technology to recycle Adult Diapers (Click for website)
​https://www.yourbestdigs.com/guide/recycling

​Aluminum (including cans)
Batteries (acid & rechargable)
Cardboard
Cars - (through donation to Goodwill)
Car Recycling (click for website)
Clean Up Earth ideas
DENIM (my program in Ohio)
Electronic equipment (e-waste)
Electronic equipment (e-waste)
Electronic equipment (e-waste)
Complete Guide to E-Waste Recycling
Electronic PC equipment
Food packaging (including Oreo, Capri-Sun, Ritz)
Glass (including bottles & jars)
Ink cartridges
Lead
Magazines
​Mattresses
Metal
Newspaper
Oil
Paint
Paper
Plastic (bags/bottles)
Phones, tablets, netbooks
Shoes
Steel (inc. cans)
Tires
Wood
Yard waste (compost)
​Compost at home

Look at These Links!

I think these websites are helpful:

www.americanforests.org
​https://www.bestreviewslist.com/save-earth-save-life-infographic/
​www.bluejeansgogreen.org
http://www.bounceenergy.com/blog/2016/04/lower-carbon-footprint-infographic/
http://www.buildingmaterials.co.uk/resources/home-insulation-guide/
www.highrises.com/guide-to-apartment-and-condo-composting.php
www.dosomething.org
www.dressforsuccess.org
www.earth911.com
Energy Efficient Tax Credits and Green Loans
http://epcleaners.co.uk/resources/eco-friendly-cleaning/
​https://www.exchangeandmart.co.uk/electric-cars-guide
​https://www.foodpackaginglabels.net/ecolabels/
www.greendisk.com
https://www.hendy.co.uk/electric-hybrid-cars-21st-century/
www.homeadvisor.com/article.show.Reduce-Waste-and-Save-Money-at-Home.17328.html
http://jakesjunkremoval.com/do-more-than-just-recycle
www.moneyfactory.gov
www.nationalgeographic.com
www.nikereuseashoe.com
www.OneSight.org
http://www.playgroundequipment.com/be-a-playground-helper-learn-about-recycling/
www.recyclingforcharities.com
http://www.recycling-guide.org.uk/recycle.html
www.usagain.com
www.verizonwireless.com/b2c/splash/electronicdevicerecycling.jsp
70+ ways to recycle plastic

Go Green Websites
https://www.amsterdamprinting.com/blog/environmentally-friendly-guide-to-a-greener-business/
https://www.autoenrolment.co.uk/guides/green-business​
​https://atriumproperties.net/5-benefits-of-having-a-green-office-space
https://www.british-assessment.co.uk/environmentally-friendly-business-guide/
​https://www.consumersbase.com/green-home-building-guide/
https://www.directline.com/home-cover/green-homes
​https://www.fiscaltiger.com/resources-for-eco-friendly-habits-and-a-green-lifestyle/
​https://www.lulus.com/blog/resources/selling-donating-and-recycling-old-clothing/
https://usinsuranceagents.com/green-home-guide
https://topreviewedten.com/go-green-initiatives/

​Smart Water Websites:
https://www3.epa.gov/watersense/pubs/fixleak.html
http://www.homeadviceguide.com/ground-water-drinking-water-expert-guide-kids/
https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2014/aug/06/best-domestic-water-saving-gadgets
​https://www.vivintsolar.com/blog/smart-upgrades-to-make-your-home-more-water-efficient
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