There is a perception that to go green requires spending money. Not so. Many of the simplest actions are those that not only don’t cost anything but save you money. Getting green back for going green? That’s not for the eco-conscious its for the wallet-conscious.

Cut your energy bill

• Fill cracks around windows and under doors.  Try using caulking for small spaces or place a draft-blocker under doors (a rolled up towel works perfectly).

• Set your fridge to 38-40 degrees and your freezer to 0-5 degrees. Many people have them much lower which is unnecessary and eats up electricity.
• Turn your tap off. The most common wasted “moments” are washing dishes, shampooing hair, and shaving.
• Keep curtains and shades up on sunny days. Let the sun do the heating for you.

Cut your shopping bill

• Limit your cleaning products. For dusting use a damp sponge. Dishes can often be rinsed without soap. Kitchen counters usually need nothing more than the swipe of a sponge. Even the toilet bowl will usually come clean with the swirl of the brush alone.
• Re-use zip-locks and foil. We’ve become so accustomed to throwing out “disposable” wraps, but there is no need. A ziplock bag or foil can be used a dozen times with a quick swish of water and/or soap to bring it back to “like new” condition.
• Use a tiny piece of paper towel. Get into the habit of tearing off a “dollar-bill sized” piece of towel rather than a whole sheet. You’ll be amazed how far you can stretch a roll when you use a small fraction of a sheet for the tiny jobs.
• Don’t buy wrapping paper. It’s expensive and is usually thrown out the second after its opened. Get creative, use: newspaper and decorate it with magic markers or a big bow, colorful pages from magazines, old tissue paper that stores give you when wrapping up a clothing article, recycled brown paper (decorate it with markers or ribbon).

Cut your transportation bill

• Check that your tires are properly inflated.  This can decrease the efficiency of the car if they’re not. Go to a garage or use a handheld tire gauge to check. Having them fully inflated will save you big bucks on gas costs.
• Travel with “friends”' If you drive solo to work, join a carpool. If you take taxis, hop on public transit. Not only will you save money and cut emissions, you might even make a new friend. Now tell us ''your'' favorite green-saver tips