10 simple actions to take care of our planet

When a community works together to make the planet a better place, we all benefit. Here are some suggestions for people who want to help keep the earth healthy.

1. Pull out the plug . Energy vampires are devices that stay plugged in when not in use and can cost anywhere from $ 100 to $ 200 a year.
3. Hit a match . Lighters are not biodegradable and often end up in the landfill.
4. Buy reusable bags . Buy half a dozen reusable bags to use every time you visit the store. An investment of just a few dollars will save thousands of plastic bags in the long run.
5. Bring your own mug . Daily cafe goers generate around 23 pounds of waste in disposable cups each year.
6. Replace the lamps . LED lamps use only 10% of the energy of incandescent lamps. When replacing, make sure you recycle them properly.
7. Use rechargeable batteries . Generate less waste with reusable batteries.
8. Grouped shipments . A third of the landfill waste consists of packaging material. Request that multiple items be packed together for shipping.
9. Use recycled paper . The EPA says buying recycled paper completes the recycling cycle.
10. Buy used . Check thrift stores and mailing lists for underutilized items. Save 70-90% on books, clothing and home decor when you buy used or new items.

DOWNLOAD: A sheet of these tips for posting or sharing | VISIT: RecyclingSimplified.com or RepublicServices.com/EarthDay for more tips and information.

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