August Tip:
Insulate your home properly. A well-insulated house will help your home stay cool in summer and warm in winter. Something as simple as adding thermal curtains or draft-stoppers to your doors can make a big difference in energy needs.
July Tip:
Clean your HVAC filters every three months — by vacuuming or rinsing with water — or replace. Your heater or air conditioning will blow more efficiently and draw less power.
June Tip:
Switch your sprinklers in summer. Rotary nozzles fit on most popup spray heads. Rotating nozzles deliver water slower with larger droplets, reducing both runoff and water waste.
May Tip:
Use chemical free insect repellents in your garden such as Neem or Diatomaceous Earth (food grade, OMRI-tested). Planting herbs around the perimeters is another non-toxic alternative.
April Tip:
Stop sprinkling altogether. Landscape irrigation accounts for ⅓ of all residential water use in the U.S. Reserve some water for your vegetables; opt for drought-resistant landscaping plants or rock gardens.
MarchTip:
Keep the temperature of the water heater to the warm setting (120°F). This will not only save energy, it will also help avoid scalding.
February Tip:
Replacing your shower head with a low flow shower head can save water for years to come, and it has the bonus of lowering your water bill.
January Tip:
Use green-certified cleaning products! Better yet, make your own from household items like baking soda and vinegar.
