[farah]

Green cuz we're jealous of the earth. And also nauseated by your face.

Post, tips, tidbits, articles, videos, stories, science, technology, etc etc etc, on how to make you and the environment BFFs. Everything from simple tips to hardcore lifestyle changes.

Product reviews and recommendations are also very welcome!

And be nice! Thnx.

[sally]

the slogan should be,

'cuz everyone can do a green job!'

get it? great job. WOW im cool.

[Sugarberry]

Save Water :

1. Never put water down the drain when there may be another use for it such as watering a plant or garden, or cleaning.

2.Verify that your home is leak-free, because many homes have hidden water leaks. Read your water meter before and after a two-hour period when no water is being used. If the meter does not read exactly the same, there is a leak.

3. Repair dripping faucets by replacing washers. If your faucet is dripping at the rate of one drop per second, you can expect to waste 2,700 gallons per year which will add to the cost of water and sewer utilities, or strain your septic system.

4. Check for toilet tank leaks by adding food coloring to the tank. If the toilet is leaking, color will appear within 30 minutes. Check the toilet for worn out, corroded or bent parts. Most replacement parts are inexpensive, readily available and easily installed. (Flush as soon as test is done, since food coloring may stain tank.)

5. Avoid flushing the toilet unnecessarily. Dispose of tissues, insects and other such waste in the trash rather than the toilet.

6. Take shorter showers. Replace you showerhead with an ultra-low-flow version. Some units are available that allow you to cut off the flow without adjusting the water temperature knobs.

7.Use the minimum amount of water needed for a bath by closing the drain first and filling the tub only 1/3 full. Stopper tub before turning water. The initial burst of cold water can be warmed by adding hot water later.

8. Don't let water run while shaving or washing your face. Brush your teeth first while waiting for water to get hot, then wash or shave after filling the basin.

9. Retrofit all wasteful household faucets by installing aerators with flow restrictors.

Operate automatic dishwashers and clothes washers only when they are fully loaded or properly set the water level for the size of load you are using.

10. When washing dishes by hand, fill one sink or basin with soapy water. Quickly rinse under a slow-moving stream from the faucet.

11. Store drinking water in the refrigerator rather than letting the tap run every time you want a cool glass of water.

12. Do not use running water to thaw meat or other frozen foods. Defrost food overnight in the refrigerator or by using the defrost setting on your microwave.

13. Kitchen sink disposals require lots of water to operate properly. Start a compost pile as an alternate method of disposing food waste instead of using a garbage disposal.

14. Garbage disposals also can add 50% to the volume of solids in a septic tank which can lead to malfunctions and maintenance problems.

Consider installing an instant water heater on your kitchen sink so you don't have to let the water run while it heats up. This will reduce heating costs for your household.
. Insulate your water pipes. You'll get hot water faster plus avoid wasting water while it heats up.

15. Never install a water-to-air heat pump or air-conditioning system. Air-to-air models are just as efficient and do not waste water.

16. Install water softening systems only when necessary. Save water and salt by running the minimum amount of regenerations necessary to maintain water softness. Turn softeners off while on vacation.

17. Check your pump. If you have a well at your home, listen to see if the pump kicks on and off while the water is not in use. If it does, you have a leak.

18. When adjusting water temperatures, instead of turning water flow up, try turning it down. If the water is too hot or cold, turn the offender down rather than increasing water flow to balance the temperatures.

19.If the toilet flush handle frequently sticks in the flush position, letting water run constantly, replace or adjust it.

[Jamroll]

Damn hippies!!

[farah]

ooh. keep bottles of water in the fridge; they'll actually keep your fridge cooler, for longer!

the specific heat of water is relatively high, meaning it takes a large amount of energy to change the temperature by very little. basically, it'll "hold on" to the cold better than regular air in your fridge would, resulting in less energy usage to re-cool a refrigerator after you've opened the door.

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that being said, bottled water is the devil.

[Jamroll]

Originally Posted by farah

that being said, bottled water is the devil.

Whyyyy? Bottled water is all I drink. You want me to drink from the tap?! YUCK!!

[MossadConspiracy]

ride a camel instead of a car

[shadha]

http://everymondaymatters.com/

I think green cleaning is extremely important and it will be the first thing I get together for my apartment. It's great for the family, great for the earth, and great for the bank. Vinegar, water, salt, baking soda, lemon juice, tea tree oil, and a spray bottle. Along with cleaning solutions, I'll only be using natural air fresheners, such as boiling orange peels or cinnamon sticks etc.

I'll also be InshaAllah getting together a pot garden, as in a garden planted in pots , of herbs & vegetables.

Those are the simple steps I am taking so far.


shadha-

[Jamroll]

Don't throw anything away. Make food waste into a compost heap. Even poo can be recycled... fertiliser.

[farah]

Originally Posted by Jamroll

Whyyyy? Bottled water is all I drink. You want me to drink from the tap?! YUCK!!

this is what you drink:



i hope you're happy.

[farah]

Originally Posted by shadha

http://everymondaymatters.com/

I think green cleaning is extremely important and it will be the first thing I get together for my apartment. It's great for the family, great for the earth, and great for the bank. Vinegar, water, salt, baking soda, lemon juice, tea tree oil, and a spray bottle. Along with cleaning solutions, I'll only be using natural air fresheners, such as boiling orange peels or cinnamon sticks etc.

I'll also be InshaAllah getting together a pot garden, as in a garden planted in pots , of herbs & vegetables.

Those are the simple steps I am taking so far.


shadha-

cool! [insert thumbup icon that doesn't work]. post "recipes" for cleaners, if you have any!

we use an equal amount of vinegar and water instead of windex. even though it smells yucky...

[ShahRukh]

No.....I like 'em brown.


Thanks

[farah]

Originally Posted by ShahRukh

No.....I like 'em brown.


Thanks

way to be racialist

green is a state of mind

[shadha]

farah: cool! [insert thumbup icon that doesn't work]. post "recipes" for cleaners, if you have any!
we use an equal amount of vinegar and water instead of windex. even though it smells yucky...

When I have the chance, I'll copy some from the book I got form work.

A great way to recycle newspapers is to roll them up and save them to use as fire starters [ thin newspaper logs]-- a great interior design plus is that they are really unique and cute looking next to a fireplace! You can also recycle newspapers by using them to clean windows.


shadha-

[ShahRukh]

Originally Posted by farah

way to be racialist

green is a state of mind

The world is more browner than greener. Lets keep it that way.


Thanks