At Home
- Use energy-efficient light bulbs and appliances
- Turn off any appliances and lights not in use
- Run dishwashers and clothes washers only when full, then let dishes and clothes air dry
- If you have air conditioning, set the thermostat at 72 or higher
- Insulate your home, caulk windows, and close off unused rooms
- Use a water-saving showerhead and limit shower to five minutes
- Use a push mower, when you can, and mow grass in the evening
- Paint only when necessary and keep the lids on tightly
- Use water-based or latex paints
- Don't burn leaves, branches, or lawn trimmings -- compost them
- Avoid using charcoal lighter fluid; use an electric probe
- Tightly seal household cleaners, workshop chemicals and solvents, and garden chemicals
- Plant trees!
Decrease Your Vehicle Emissions:
- Limit daytime driving if possible
- Try to avoid congested periods
- Bike, walk, carpool, or take public transportation when you can
- Plan your travel and errands in advance and consolidate trips
- Drive the speed limit
- Avoid "jackrabbit" starts and sudden stops
- Keep tires properly inflated
- Keep your vehicle and its emission control equipment tuned and well-maintained
- Avoid prolonged idling; turn off your engine when you stop your vehicle for a short time
- Be careful not to spill gasoline when filling up your vehicle (or your lawn equipment!)
- Refuel your vehicle in the evening
