Get green power from your electric provider
- US Department of Energy Utility Programs by State
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This is a state by state listing of green energy providers by the US Department of Energy. - US EPA Green Power Locator
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Gives a state-by-state listing of green power offerings.
Carpool instead of driving solo
- 2Plus Commuter Register (Connecticut)
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2Plus Commuter Register provides listings of car- and van-pools as well as transit routes and schedules, and park and ride lots. - AlterNetRides
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AlterNet Rides provides a nationwide rideshare solution matching individuals looking for carpooling partners. - Carpool World
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CarpoolWorld uses precise latitude and longitude coordinates to find best matches for commuters. - Carpool.ca (Canada)
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Carpool.ca helps Canadian commuters link up based on user-defined proximity, personal preferences, and time of commute. - CarpoolConnect
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CarpoolConnect helps people match up based on similar commutes in the US and in Canada. - CarpoolMatchNW (Oregon)
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CarpoolMatchNW is an Oregon-based ride-matching service. - CarpoolTool (Canada)
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CarpoolTool provides ride-matching services for anyone in Canada. - Craigslist Ride Share Board
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Craigslist provides a rideshare section for some cities. - eCommuter
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eCommuter specializes in real-time Internet traveler solutions. - eRideshare
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eRideShare connects commuters or travelers going the same way. - Facebook Carpool application
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Facebook Carpool application makes sharing a ride safer and easier by allowing Facebook members to find rides. To use this feature, you must sign up for Facebook, then do a search for ‘carpool’ to find the application. - Greenride
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Greenride is a map-based rideshare solution with instant ridematching. - iCarpool
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This service can be used for to find others for daily commuting, event carpools, instant trips and long distance trips. It's available to people in the US, Canada, Australia and Europe. - NuRide
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NuRide is the first incentive-based ride network that rewards people each time they share a ride. - RideNow! (Bay Area, CA)
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RideNow! is another instant-match service encouraging solo drivers to carpool. - RidePro
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RidePro, an integrated desktop and online rideshare solution, has integrated GIS mapping, and many more features. - RideshareOnline (Idaho, Washington)
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For those who live in Washington state or Idaho, RideshareOnline.com offers two services which require separate registration. They help those who want to carpool or vanpool to work. And they also help you locate others who want to ride together to an event such as a game, festival or concert. - RideShark
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RideShark is a map-based rideshare solution which offers true route matching. - Ridester
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Ridester allows individuals to easily offer or find a ride to work. - VivaCommute
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VivaCommute provides ridesharing services for anyone in the US or Canada.
Install double-pane windows
- Pella ThermaStar Sliding Window 10 Series Low E
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These windows are ENERGY STAR rated, come with double-panes, and include low-e coating with argon gas filling.
Buy a front-loading washing machine
- Bosch Nexxt 500 Series WFMC3301UC
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Highly efficient washing machine. - Frigidaire GLTR1670FS
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Efficient front-loading washing machine. - GE WBVH6240F
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Efficient front-loading washing machine with load-sensing adaptive fill. - KitchenAid Pro Line Series KHWV01RSS
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Top-of-the-line front-loading washer. ENERGY STAR-rated with water level sensor. - LG Tromm SteamWasher WM2688H
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ENERGY STAR-rated front-loading washer. - Maytag MFW9700SQ
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ENERGY STAR-rated, front-loading washer. - Miele Touchtronic W1113
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Front-loading washing machine. - Whirlpool Duet HT GHW9400P
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Front-loading washing machine.
Assess your heating system
- Consumer Guide to Home Energy Savings by Alex Wilson and John Morrill
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This comprehensive, easy-to-read guide covers everything from light bulbs to furnaces, air conditioners to washing machines. It's a must-have reference for all green—and budget-conscious—consumers.
Buy natural household cleaners
- Biokleen Natural Household Cleaners
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Biokleen offers a full line of biodegradable, eco-friendly household cleaners. It also has a complete line of toxic chemical-free soy-based cleaners. - Earth Friendly Shower Kleener
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Free of enzymes, phosphates, chlorine, cocamide DEA, DEA, petroleum, and alcohol, this shower cleaner is scented with tea tree and lavender oils. - Eco-Products Eco Cleaners
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Eco-Products features a full line of bathroom, kitchen, glass, and surface cleaners, free from toxics and harmful ingredients. - Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day Products
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Mrs. Meyer's aromatherapeutic cleaning supplies are made with natural essential oils, are biodegradable and phosphate-free, and never tested on animals. - Natural Choices Home Safe Products
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Natural Choices offers a complete line of cleaning products that are environmentally safe, nontoxic, and derived from natural raw materials whenever possible. - Seaside Naturals simple. pure. clean natural cleaners