How to have a smaller ecological footprint by mackenziemackenzie

"unplug, yo. "

How I did it: This was accomplished y getting up earlier. That way, you spend less time with electric lights on. I also always unplug things (computer, external hard drive, speakers, etc) when I am done with them. Even if something is shut off, if it is still plugged into the wall then it is using energy. 

I also stopped using a car as much, and riding my bike, walking, or taking the bus a whole lot more. 

Lessons & tips: Just be creative, and think about consistently cutting down on the energy you use. 


 

Dec 14, 2008, 09:27PM PST | 1 comment | 4 cheers


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knowlengr

The basics: simple, but not easy

Congrats – I have to work at this one every day.

Dec 14, 2008, 09:34PM PST | Respond to this


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