Going GREEN

As Global Warming becomes more and more of a risk factor to the Earth people become concerned and want to help. Helping the environment is so important. Think about it the what we do effects on what we are going to breath, eat, drink, and live.

Helping the Environment:
Its very good to get everyone involved in helping out the environment. Here are a few pointers as to how you can help.
       Saving Energy is very important. 
                      - Try turning off any unecessary lights around the house.
                      - Unplug any items that are not in use.  
                      - During the summer turn the a/c off and open the windows and let the air from outside in.

      Compost! 
                     - Recycling your used yard and garden waste can cut down on the cost of energy used at the dumps.
                    - Approx. 18%! of garbage from one family comes from yard and garden wastes.

        Plant

                   - Try planting new trees and native plants in your yard. 

            Transportation 
                  - Before going somewhere rethink the distance of your location. Is it within walking distance? or can you ride your bike?
                 - Also if going somewhere with a group of people consider car pooling. 

Getting Involved Locally:
Helping your community benefits both the environment and yourself. You are helping to make your area a better and healthier place to live.

You may want to visit this site to find information about the environment in your community.
http://www.epa.gov/epahome/community.htm

This site gives different projects to get involved and promotes awareness of going green.
http://www.togethergreen.org/