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The Environment
Benefits to
Going Green
7.
Think before you
print. Choose recycled
paper and be sure
to properly dispose
and recycle waste
paper.
Recycle plastic, paper,
aluminum, glass & appliances.
to save money.
Save energy
Do your part!
Do your part!
Do your part!
happier & healthier life!
Live a
On March 29 we celebrated Earth Day. Here are 10 simple
steps you can take to help reduce your environmental
impact, save money, and live a happier, healthier life!
1.
Set your AC to
24
°
C and on
’
auto
’
not
’
on.
’
6.
Unplug appliances
when not in use.
Use a
’
smart
’
power
strip that senses
when appliances are
off.
2.
Use a water
filter to purify tap
water instead of
buying bottled water
and bring a
reusable water
bottle, preferably
aluminum rather than
plastic.
3.
Turn off lights
and benefit from
natural daylight.
4.
Install LED, CFL
light lamps and T5
fluorescent light
tubes for indoor
lighting.
5.
Take shorter
showers to reduce
water use. This
lowers your water
and heating bills
too.
8.
Opt for a walk
or bike ride over
the car. Reduce your
carbon footprint,
improve your
cardiovascular health,
limit the risk of
obesity, and save on
gas all at the same
time!
9.
Wash clothes
in cold water. Up
to 85 per cent of
the energy goes to
heating the water.
10.
Keep your cell
phones, computers,
and other electronics
as long as possible.
Recycle them as
they contain
mercury and other
toxic materials.
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