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Go Green with Today’s Tip

Today’s Tip from The Green Year: 365 Small Things You Can Do to Make a Big Difference: Research options for carpooling "Instead of driving alone, share a ride with a co-worker or ask a neighbor to take turns shuttling the kids to school.  You'll save on gas and help reduce your carbon footprint. Put up a flyer at work to see if others in your office are interested in carpooling, check … [Read more...]

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Go Green With This Week’s Tip

Today’s Tip from The Green Year: 365 Small Things You Can Do to Make a Big Difference: "Call your energy company to research alternative power availability.  Instead of relying on nonrenewable energy resources like oil and natural gas, many municipalities are developing eco-friendly energy sources such as solar and wind power.  For just a few dollars more per month, you can sign up for an … [Read more...]

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Go Green with Today’s Tip

Today’s Tip from The Green Year: 365 Small Things You Can Do to Make a Big Difference: Check the pressure on your car's tires. "Correct tire inflation will increase gas mileage and extend the life of your tires.  As a bonus, it will improve your vehicle's handling performance. To find out how many PSI (pounds per square inch) the manufacturer recommends for your car, check the owner's … [Read more...]

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Free CFL Light Bulbs at Ace Hardware

CFL Light bulbs are on sale at Ace Hardware for $1 right now.  You can get them for free! GE Energy Smart CFL Bulb $1 use $1.00 printable coupon or use the $1.00  coupon from 11/21 Smart Source  insert Final Price: $0 Free Also, if you spend $25 you'll get a $5 catalina to use on your next purchase at Ace!  My store wouldn't accept manufacturer coupons but I had a voucher from a … [Read more...]

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Go Green with This Week’s Tip

Today’s Tip from The Green Year: 365 Small Things You Can Do to Make a Big Difference: Improve your water heater's efficiency by adding insulation. “Insulating your water heater can reduce heat loss by up to 45 percent.  Home improvement centers sell insulating blankets in one size for under $20.  To maximize energy efficiency, choose a blanket with an insulation value of at least … [Read more...]

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Go Green with This Week’s Tip: Save Your Holiday Cards

Today’s Tip from The Green Year: 365 Small Things You Can Do to Make a Big Difference:  Save Your Holiday Cards. “The greetings you got this year don't have to go in the recycle bin.  Instead, save them to make gift tags for the gifts you'll give next year.” Be sure to check out all of the other posts in our Go Green series. For your daily dose, check out the latest freebies, … [Read more...]