How Anyone Can Reduce Their Pollution/Waste Levels

The following are ways that each of us can reduce pollution and waste:

• Shop with a canvas bag instead of using paper and plastic bags.

• Buy rechargeable batteries for devices used frequently.

• Plant deciduous trees in locations around your home to provide shade in the summer, but to allow light in the winter.

• Buy green electricity-produced by low-or even zero-pollution facilities.

• Connect your outdoor lights to a timer or use solar lighting.

• Wash clothes with warm or cold water instead of hot.

• Lower the thermostat on your water heater to 120F.

• Choose products that have less packaging and are reusable.

• Use low-VOC or water-based paints, stains, finishes, and paint strippers.