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10 things you can do to Green Your Home
Your home sweet home needn't wreak eco-havoc on you or the planet. Whether you like townhouse living, country life, or prefer the burbs, you can green where you roost with energy-efficient appliances, green cleaners, eco-furniture, and more.
Replace incandescent bulbs with CFL bulbs
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It's so 2007. But if you haven't done so already, now is the time to start. Every light fixture in your home could be 65 to 80 percent more energy efficient with CFLs!
Get green power from your electric provider
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Power up your home appliances and gadgets by powering down. Opt for green electricity generated from clean, renewable sources like the sun and wind.
Choose ENERGY STAR products
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From your windows to your washer, you'll not only cut energy but also your monthly bills with these power-savers.
Install a programmable thermostat
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Keep your heating and cooling bills in check by auto-regulating the temp.
Install faucet aerators
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Stop water, energy, and money from slipping down your drains by installing low-flow aerators on bathroom and kitchen faucets.
Install double pane windows
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Doubling up on glass keeps heat out in warm months and in during cooler months. You'll cut heating and A/C bills by more than 30 percent.
Clean green
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Even if you don't do windows, you can't avoid the occasional need for some elbow grease at home. From floor mopping to sink scrubbing, you'll create a greener, healthier home—and planet—with eco-friendly cleaners.
Choose used or secondhand items
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Make what's old new again by outfitting your home with pre-owned furniture, appliances, and everything else. You'll save trees and other resources and block useful products from clogging precious landfill space.
Buy low- or no-VOC latex paint
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Spice up dingy walls with non-toxic color. These paints keep indoor air pure and outdoor air smog-free.
Buy a certified green home
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Whether you're a first-time buyer or in the market to move, keep the earth in mind with a green home of your dreams.
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