As I learn more about my behavior through my audits, I'm looking and researching for high-impact ways to improve my numbers. I'm always hunting for new project ideas, so let me know if you have one you'd like to see me try. As these projects improve my footprint, I'll post updates in my results.
Carbon Projects
- Turning down the hot water heater to 120 degrees
- Washing clothes in only cold water
- Purchasing a hot water heater insulation blanket
- Changing the timer on the hot water pump
- A trip to the grocery store
- The Myth of Green Air Travel
- Learning how to drive green
- 5 ways to wake up and green your coffee
- Getting a green car - coming soon
Energy Projects
- Optimizing the power usage of my computers
- Switching to Compact Flourescent Bulbs
- Buying Green Power
- Smart Power Strip Solutions
- Dishwashers are a greenie's dream
- Reset your fridge and freezer temperatures
- Cleaning out my fridge coils
Waste Projects
- Setting up a home recycling system
- Reduce your junk snail mail
- Recycling Christmas Materials
- When you can't recycle, try freecycle
- A greener way to brush your teeth
- I'm quitting Diet Coke to Save the World
- Repeat after me: "No More Plastic Bottles"
Water Projects
