Thursday, May 15, 2008
EARTH DAY 2008
Here are the top 3 things from Earth Day Network that you can do to affect climate change now!
PROJECT SWITCH
There are now highly efficient compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) that last for years, use a third of the energy of regular bulbs and actually produce more light. Look for the government's ENERGY STAR label, which means the bulb has been tested for quality and efficiency.  Read More
Drive your car differently
The sad truth is that a gas guzzler emits as much CO2 as some homes! That's the bad news. The good news is that anything you can do to improve the fuel efficiency of your car will have an impact.  Read More
Your house – not too hot, not too cold!
The bad news is that about 42 percent of your household energy costs go toward just two things - heating and cooling. The good news is that means you have a lot of room to make a difference and even small changes can make dramatic improvements in household fuel efficiency. Read More