Save Money and the Earth?

by WiredBerries Editors — August 28, 2007

Think organic living is only for the affluent hipsters who can afford designer hemp clothes and bio diesel in their Land Rovers? The truth is, there are lots of little changes you can make that will have a big impact on wallet and your earth-loving kharma. Highlights from Simply Thrifty on 32 things you can do to save the earth and money:

• Pack lunches in containers rather than plastic and paper bags.
• Conserve water by turning off the faucets when shaving or brushing teeth.
• Use rechargeable batteries.
• Use air conditioning only when absolutely necessary.
• Turn off the television and enjoy the evening reading, playing games, or sitting outside talking.
• Use your everyday dishes and glasses over paper plates and cups.
• Use energy efficient light bulbs.
• Read your newspapers online.
• Recycle.
• Throw on a sweater and turn down your heat.
• Make your own whenever you can.