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| Daylight Saving Time
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If you are in a state that has Daylight Saving Time, on Saturday, April 5th when you go to bed, set your clocks ahead one hour. Spring ahead, Fall Back
Also it's a great time to replace the batteries in your smoke detectors.
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| Posted on: 04/05/2003 | 0 Feedback(s) |
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| Ecological Tips for the Week of 11/14/2001
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This weeks Ecological tips include: Making your own starch and lemon oil furniture polish.
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| Posted on: 11/14/2001 | 0 Feedback(s) |
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| Saving Water: Hand Dishwashing Tip
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Here's a water saving idea I have used over the years. Rather than filling the sink to the top with water, put in only a couple inches of water, and then rinse your dishes with a small stream of hot water, over your sink of suds. That way your water stays hot, and you only have to replace a few inches at a time when your water gets dirty.
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| Posted on: 08/30/2001 | 1 Feedback(s) |
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| Twenty Tips We Can Use To Conserve Water
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By Rodale Press
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Great water saving tips from Rodale Press
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| Posted on: 07/11/2001 | 6 Feedback(s) |
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| Solar Lights and Resources
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By Staff
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If you are considering buying pathway or ground lights, consider buying the solar lights instead. They use no electricity and there are no cords to get in your way. They can be placed anywhere in your yard because they don't need a power source. They recharge everyday, even on cloudy days and light up at night. They cost more initially but will save money and the environment in the long run. Also, you can take them with you on camping trips.
You can buy solar lights at:
http://www.thriftyfun.com/realgoods.click
Real Goods and get lots of renewable energy information.
Many of your favorite hardware or garden stores also carry them now. If they don't have them, request them. There are many on the market.
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| Posted on: 06/13/2001 | 0 Feedback(s) |
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| Energy Saving Strategies for Your Office
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By Doris Dobkins
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Whether you work out of your home or commute to a job, here are some steps to take that will save on energy costs.
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| Posted on: 04/12/2001 | 1 Feedback(s) |
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| Lighting for less
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Use compact fluorescent lights instead of incandescent bulbs whenever you can. Compact fluorescents are 3-4 times more efficient than incandescents and last 10 times as long. Any light left on for over one hour per day is a good candidate for replacement with a compact flourescent.
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| Posted on: 04/11/2001 | 0 Feedback(s) |
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| Conservation In the Kitchen
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If you need to purchase a gas oven or range, look for one with an automatic (electronic) ignition system instead of pilot lights. You'll save an average of up to a third of your gas use -- 41 percent in the oven and 53 percent on the top burners.
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| Posted on: 04/10/2001 | 1 Feedback(s) |
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| 3 Year Energy Diet - Year Three.
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By Robert Waldrop
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We are all concerned about conservation and thrifty living. The going gets tougher in the third year. Here is the third part of the 3 year plan.
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| Posted on: 04/02/2001 | 0 Feedback(s) |
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| 3 Year Energy Diet - Year Two.
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By Robert Waldrop
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Here is the second year of the Energy Diet.
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| Posted on: 03/30/2001 | 0 Feedback(s) |
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