We challenged ourselves to create the ultimate go-green list. Going green can have many benefits. In addition to saving energy, reducing impact on the environment, and enhancing your health and lifestyle, going green can also save you a lot of cash. You don’t have to spend tens of thousands on a new Prius or thousands replacing all your appliances with Energy Star models (though these upgrades made our list); there are dozens of things you can do to go green every day without spending a nickel.
List of 100 Ways to Go Green
1 – Work from home.
2 – Use fluorescent light bulbs.
3 – Drive the speed limit.
4 – Switch to a hybrid car.
5 – Carpool with a friend or neighbor.
6 – Take your vacation at home.
7 – Reuse your grocery bags.
8 – Turn off your lights.
9 – Contact your energy company about installing energy saving device on your HVAC system.
10 – Install Low-E film on your windows.
11 – Use reusable containers instead of plastic baggies for your lunch.
12 – Compost food waste and recycle it as fertilizer.
13 – Install ceiling fans.
14 – Set your thermostat to a warmer setting in the summer time.
15 – Set your thermostat to a cooler setting in the winter time.
16 – Buy from local farmers.
17 – Invest in reusable shopping bags.
18 – Use reusable water bottles instead of buying disposable plastic.
19 – Turn off your computer and TV when you’re not using them.
20 – Post unwanted items on Freecycle or Craigslist, rather than throwing them out.
21 – Check Freecycle and Craigslist before you buy.
22 – Fix leaky toilets and faucets.
23 – Use a window fan instead of an air conditioner.
24 – Air-dry your laundry.
25 – Take shorter showers.
26 – Donate outgrown kids’ clothes.
27 – Install water efficient shower heads.
28 – Use low-VOC paint.
29 – Replace paper filters with reusable coffee filters.
30 – Replace old toilets with low-flow models.
31 – Replace old appliances with Energy Star rated appliances.
32 – Use a dishwasher instead of hand washing your dishes.
33 – Take your leftovers home and eat them.
34 – Take a green building training course online.
35 – Recycle electronics.
36 – Use cloth napkins instead of paper.
37 – Keep your tires inflated to save gas.
38 – Print on both sides of the page to save paper.
39 – Pay your bills online.
40 – Make rags out of old t-shirts.
41 – Buy frequently-used items in bulk.
42 – Send an e-card instead of a paper card.
43 – Sign up to have your paycheck direct deposited.
44 – Use the air dryer instead of paper towels in a public restroom.
45 – Read newspapers and magazines online.
46 – Install dimmer switches.
47 – Donate your old cell phone.
48 – Turn your car off instead of letting it idle.
49 – Heat your home with renewable fuel such as wood.
50 – Ride a bike instead of taking the car.
51 – Consolidate errands into one trip per week.
52 – Take public transportation.
53 – Turn off the water while you’re brushing your teeth.
54 – Replace leaky faucets.
55 – Teach your children to turn off the lights.
56 – Use smaller appliances like toaster oven and microwave when you cook.
57 – Think twice before you print.
58 – Use non-toxic cleaning products such as vinegar.
59 – Replace carpets with hard surface material such as ceramic or bamboo, a renewable wood.
60 – Use recycled paper if you have to print.
61 – Remove yourself from junk mail lists.
62 – Cancel your land line.
63 – Plant native plants in your garden.
64 – Plant perennials rather than annuals.
65 – Use an old-fashioned push mower.
66 – Harvest rainwater and use to water landscaping.
67 – Use coreless bath tissue.
68 – Water your lawn and plants early in the morning to reduce evaporation.
69 – Use motion sensor faucets and lights.
70 – Seek out tax credits for energy saving items such as your next appliance.
71 – Check your energy company for rebates on Energy Star appliances.
72 – Install a skylight for more natural light.
73 – Organize a yard sale.
74 – Use air filters to improve indoor air quality.
75 – Send e-invitations instead of using snail mail.
76 – Seek out eco-friendly vacation spots.
77 – Attend a seminar on going green.
78 – Use bar soap instead of soap from a bottle.
79 – Organize a clothing swap.
80 – Scrape dishes rather than rinsing them before putting them in the dishwasher.
81 – Reduce wrapping paper – use scarves, bandannas, or tea towels.
82 – Reuse your tea bag before throwing it out.
83 – Wash only full loads of laundry.
84 – Consider green web hosting for your next website project.
85 – Make a shopping list, and stick to buying only those items.
86 – Hand wash your clothes instead of dry cleaning.
87 – Clean out your car and trunk to reduce unnecessary weight.
88 – Eat vegetarian at least once a week. Vegetables require less energy to produce prednisone than meat.
89 – Start a telecommuting program for others at work.
90 – Plant draught-tolerant plants.
91 – Use a “smart” power strip that senses when appliances are off and cuts the tadalafil power.
92 – Wash your clothes in cold water.
93 – Run full dishwasher loads.
94 – Use the right size pot on your stove to reduce energy waste.
95 – Filter your water instead of buying bottled water.
96 – Clean your dryer lint screen so your dryer can run more efficiently.
97 – Unplug cell phone chargers.
98 – Eat fresh fruits and veggies rather than canned.
99 – Download music and movies.
100 – Donate to an environmental group.
