In addition to conserving water and energy, there are a variety of other simple ways to help the environment. Below are some suggestions of things you can do.

• Try to recycle or reuse materials whenever you can.
• Aside from using recycling services, consider reusing plastic shopping bags, or bringing your own canvas bags when you go shopping.
• Bike, walk, or carpool whenever possible.
• Use energy- and water-efficient appliances and products, such as WaterSense™- and EnergyStar™-labeled products whenever you can.
• Donate your gently used toys and coats to a charity – other people can get use out of these things and it will keep them out of landfills.
• Select locally grown produce whenever possible – locally grown foods travel less distance, using less fuel for transport, arriving fresher at your grocery store, and supporting your local economy.
• Identify how you’re wasting energy and water, and take steps to correct this.
• Find out how you can properly dispose of hazardous waste rather than letting it out into your community.
• Plant a tree – they provide shade and are essential components of clean air.
• Educate those around you about keeping our environment clean and using our resources efficiently – knowledge is the first step to action!