Tim Said:

Would switching over to all disposable plates/cups silverware in my house be a good way to conserve water?

We Answered:

Instead of putting the used plates in the garbage, just burn them in your backyard.

Even better, dump them in a river.

We all have to do our part.

Darryl Said:

Is this a good way to conserve duracell batteries?

We Answered:

lol. just buy an electric one

Ivan Said:

Flourescent lightbulbs are they better to use?

We Answered:

Honey, most public buildings, schools and offices are already using fluorescent tube lighting, and have been since the 1960s or earlier. Before you embark on this assignment, be sure that your school isn't using them already, or it could prove embarrassing...

Bryan Said:

What are the ways to save the environment?

We Answered:

In Your Home
Recycle everything you can: newspapers, cans, glass, aluminum foil and pans, motor oil, scrap metal etc.

Investigate local recycling centers that take items your garbage hauler doesn't (scrap paper, plastics, appliances, etc.).
Save your kitchen scraps for the compost pile.
Try to use phosphate-free laundry and dish soaps.
Avoid the use of household pesticides. Fly swatters work very well.
Clean your windows with vinegar and water instead of chemical products.
Use cold water in the washer unless it's necessary to use warm or hot.
Use washable rags, not paper towels, for cleaning up spills and other household chores.
Crumpled-up newspapers are great for washing windows.
Use cloth diapers. The plastic in disposable diapers doesn't break down in landfills.
Use cloth, not paper, napkins.
Don't put hazardous substances down your drain or in your trash (paint thinner, furniture polish, etc.). Dispose of them on designated hazardous waste collection days.
Don't use electrical appliances for things you can easily do by hand.
Re-use brown paper bags and grocery plastic bags (recyclable) to line your trash can or waste basket. Re-use bread bags, butter tubs, etc


Use re-usable containers to store foods:not plastic wraps and foil.
Write to companies that send unwanted junk mail:ask them to take you off their list.
Save your coat hangers and return them to the cleaners.
Take unwanted, re-usable items to a charitable organization or thrift shop.
Don't leave water running needlessly.
Install a water saving shower head.
Set your water heater at 130 degrees F/54 degrees C.

Have your water heater insulated free of charge by your utility company.
Turn the heat down and wear a sweater.
Lower your house temperature by one degree per hour for every hour you'll be away or asleep.
Turn the lights off when you're out of the room. Ditto with the TV.
Get a free energy audit from your utility company.
Burn only seasoned wood in your wood stove or fireplace.
Start a compost pile.
Plant shrubs and trees in your backyard that provide food and shelter for birds and other creatures.
Feed the birds.
Put up bird houses and baths.
Pull weeds instead of using herbicides.
Learn about natural insect controls as alternatives to pesticides.
Landscape with plants that aren't prone to insect and fungus problems.
Ignore caterpillars and most native leaf chewing insects. Let birds and insect predators take care of them.
Use beer traps for slugs instead of baiting with poisons.
Use organic fertilizers:good ol' manure helps condition your soil and fertilizes at the same time.
If you use pesticides, herbicides or fungicides, don't throw leftovers in trash, down your drain or into a storm sewer. Dispose of them on a hazardous waste collection day.
Compost your leaves and yard debris or take them to a yard debris recycler. Burning them creates air pollution and putting them out with the trash is a waste of landfill space.
Use mulch to conserve water in your garden.
Plant things that don't require so much water.
Take extra plastic and rubber pots back to the nursery.
Large expanses of lawn are not good habitat for other creatures, plus they usually must be maintained with chemicals and extensive watering. Dig up some of your grass and plant native shrubs or trees instead.
Plant short, dense shrubs close to your home's foundation to help insulate against cold.
Sign up for a renewable power option from your local utility company.


On Vacation

Turn down the heat and turn off the water heater before you go.
Carry re-usable cups, dishes and flatware
Make sure your plastic trash doesn't end up in the ocean.
Don't pick flowers or collect wild creatures for pets:leave animals and plants where you find them.
Don't buy souvenirs made from wild animals.
Watch out for wildlife:give consideration to all living things you see crossing the road.
Build smaller camp fires.

Cynthia Said:

What do you pledge to do to personally conserve energy and stop oil addiction?

We Answered:

My family has already switched from gasoline cars to cars that run on natural gas (methane). It's cleaner and cheaper (95 cents per gallon) and we got nice tax credits for buying the cars (used, even!). Now when we take our recyclables to the recycle center, we aren't using gasoline to do it. Since we started recycling, we have gone from an overflowing garbage can every week to just 1 bag. We try to promote the use of nat.gas vehicles whenever we can, to friends, neighbors, family and anyone else who will listen. If you set the example, some people will take notice and change for the better.