20 simple tips that you can follow in your day-to-day life.
Every bit helps to save the earth.
1. Turn off computers at night - don't just put them to sleep.
2. Use Both Sides of Paper - You will save half of the amount of paper you would have normally used. Then when your done bring it to the recycle bin.
3. Don't get bottled water - Instead of bottled water get a reusable container to carry water. It is also very cost efficient.
4. Turn the water off when you brush - You will save almost 4 gallons of water doing this alone.
5. Shorten your shower - Every minute you cut from your shower is roughly 5 gallons of water.
6. Recycle Glass - If you do not recycle this, it will take a million years to decompose.
7. Don't Pre-Heat the Oven - unless needed, just turn the oven on after you put the dish in it.
8. Turn off your lights - Turn off your lights when you are not using them.
9. Get rid of junk mail - There are many services that can help you get rid of junk mail. That will lead to a lot less trees being cut down to take up room in your mailbox.
10. Use Matches instead of lighters - Lighters are usually considered disposable so they will most likely end up in landfills. You can use the cardboard matches, which are much more eco-friendly because they are made of recycled material.
11. Don't get a paper phone book – Instead use an online directory.
12. Go to a car wash - Going to a car wash is a lot more water efficient then washing your car at home.
13. Stop paper bank statements - Why waste paper getting your bank statement mailed to you when you can just check it out online.
14. Buy Rechargeable Batteries - Even though it will take a good investment to buy these you will find yourself gaining it back in no time.
15. Pay your Bills Online - This would save millions trees every year.
16. Use reusable bags - You can't recycle plastic bags, instead get yourself a reusable bag so that you won't have to worry about carrying your necessities.
17. Do Errands in Bulk - Make a list of the things you have to do, and see if you can fit a couple of those things together in one ride.
18. Turn down your Thermostat - Every degree lower in the winter or higher in the summer you put it is a 10% decrease on your energy bill
19. Plant a Tree - It's good for the air, can keep you cool, and can increase your property value.
20. Walk or Ride Your Bike When you can - If you have to go somewhere close consider riding your bike or walking there instead of your car. It's better on the environment and healthier.

These are very common and easy tips that can save our EARTH.. :)

Thanks 'n' Regards,
Deepti.
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It is really very easy to follow these steps..if atleast 50% of india follow these steps many things can be done..Thanks Deepti for educating us. :)
These a very good suggestions. I follow most of these. We all should follow these to the extent feasible.

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Yes --- Many of these tips are followed by me too... :)

:( I don't use rechargeable batteries... Want to make it a habit to use them from now on...

Thanks 'n' Regards,
Deepti.
very good tips deepti..... thanks for sharing these.....
i do follow many of them...But i wish to plant trees as many as possible.....
These are really very useful tips.I have planted some trees near my home voluntarily. :) :)
very useful and good tips to save our planet deepti.......i follow most of them........thanks for sharing.......

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Oh...All this can be followed in our daily life.But who cares all of them?

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If we consider this as one of our responsibilities it is for sure it will have a positive impact on our earth.
Well! If we are seriously take a look at these tips,we will find it valuable. Some of the tips, i am obeying, few which i am not obeying , i am sure going to obey it.

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Bringing a small change in one's daily lie is what it is required. Nice to see some good response from our members.. like:
Kavita wrote:
But i wish to plant trees as many as possible.
Ronark worte:
Some of the tips, i am obeying, few which i am not obeying , i am sure going to obey it.

Good to know that many of our members are planting trees to increase greenery.... :)

Thanks 'n' Regards,
Deepti.
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