In the spirit of organic products, renewable energy and those fun, little hybrid vehicles that resemble something from Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, enviromojo.com has compiled a list of some great and simple ways to go green.

1. Caulk around window ledges, doors, floor vents, and on the exterior of your home around vents and piping to reduce the escape of air.

2. Run ceiling fans on low, or shut off completely and open a few windows for air circulation instead.

3. Switch to green energy if it is available in your area. If not, you can get Renewable Energy Credits (RECs) to offset your energy usage.

4. On hot days, try to run your ceiling fans rather than turn on the AC.

5. Run out of trash bags? Save plastic grocery bags and re-use them around the house.

6. Start a recycling program in your neighborhood, helping to collect and transport plastics, aluminum, etc. to your local recycle center.

7. Encourage your office to recycle paper products and toner cartridges.

8. Buy goods in reusable packaging.

9. Repair or reuse common household items before tossing them.

10. Buy biodegradable diapers (or really go for the gold by using washable diapers).

11. Reduce your shower or bathing time.

12. Turn off faucets while brushing your teeth and washing your face. Run water only when you need to use it.

13. Use a water-efficient shower head. Look for the EPA’s Watersense® label on all plumbing products.

14. Check for leaks around fixtures and appliances.

15. Properly insulate your water heater.

16. Run your dishwasher only when full.

17. Do dishes the old-school way – a little soap and water work wonders.

18. Buy Energy Star® appliances to increase efficiency and save on your utility bills.

19. Consider a solar or tankless water heater.

20. Replace incandescent bulbs with compact fluorescent bulbs (CFLs) and use up to 75 percent less energy.

21. Turn off lights and electronics when you leave a room.

22. Put your computer on standby or hibernate mode when not in use.

23. Ditch fancy screensavers, as they use up more energy.

24. Set your computer to go into sleep mode after a short period of time.

25. Hire an energy auditor through your energy provider, and determine whether your home is properly insulated.

26. Use lined curtains and insulated glass to block out heat from the sun during the day.

27. Use dimmers and lamps to reduce wasteful lighting.

28. Get rid of space heaters and radiators – not only are they a safety hazard, but they are also energy guzzlers. Try getting a heat pump.

29. On cold nights, try bundling up before you turn up the heat.

30. Hang clothes to dry when weather permits, rather than utilizing the dryer.

31. Wash clothes in cold water whenever possible.

32. Wash and dry full loads only.

33. Upgrade your refrigerator and keep it clean and not overloaded. The more unnecessary items you have stocking your refrigerator shelves, the more energy is used to keep those items cold.

34. Insulate your home properly to avoid the amount of air flow that can go through the walls.

35. Simmer foods when possible, which requires less energy than boiling.

36. Only purchase organic products, locally grown if possible.

37. Reduce meal portions so that food is not thrown away.

38. Purchase goods made from recycled materials whenever possible.

39. Contact local waste management or city officials to determine safe and non-toxic ways to dispose of household chemicals.

40. Avoid paints that contain toxic materials.

41. Shop for organic cleaning products with biodegradable containers, most of which are available both online and at local retailers.

42. Mix warm water with vinegar or baking soda for an efficient, all-purpose cleaning product.

43. Plan errands ahead of time to minimize driving distances.

44. Regularly maintain your vehicle to maximize fuel economy and lower emissions.

45. Carpool to save gas.

46. Limit use of AC in your vehicle whenever possible.

47. Placing plants in your home helps naturally filter air of harmful carbon dioxide.

48. Water grass at night to increase coverage and decrease evaporation and plant drought resistant landscaping.

49. Consider installing rain barrels on your downspouts, collecting water that can be used later for irrigation and to water household plants.

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