Think again. Buy products that you can use over and over again.

Turn the heat down. The warm setting on your washing machine uses less energy than the hot setting.

Slow down. It’s more fuel efficient to drive at slower speeds.

Instead of using chemical-filled air fresheners, brew a strong pot of coffee or bake some homemade cinnamon rolls.

Eat in. Check your cupboards for undiscovered culinary sensations.

Make room for your feathered friends. Build a birdhouse.

Wear hemp. It’s stronger and lasts longer than cotton.

Save water. Keep a pitcher of tap water in your fridge. You won’t need ice cubes or let the water run to get it cold.

Air dry your clothes. If you think they’re too stiff tumble dry them for a few minutes after they’ve air dried to soften them up.

Grow your own veggies – indoor or out – and share them with your neighbors.