You will use less water, soap, energy and the sanitizing will be better with a dishwasher. Dishwasher water is hotter than tap water and scrubbing action may be stronger. Make sure your dishwasher is full before using it.
Think carefully how many copies you need and do not copy too many.
Put a single-sided paper collection box and a waste paper recycling box near the photocopiers.
Single-sided paper can be used as notepads and reusing envelopes.
Use pencils for drafting rather than pens.
Use less glue that contains benzene and ethyl acetate – paper clips and pins will often do.
Use less correction fluid that contains the ozone depleting l.l.l-trichloroethane.
Reduce the use of fluorescent pens – you can just underline text instead.
Bring your own mug so you don't have to use disposable paper cups.
Communicate through e-mail can reduce paper use.
On March 29, 2008 at 8 p.m., join millions of people around the world in making a statement about climate change by turning off your lights for Earth Hour.
For additional information Earth Hour
Direct sprinklers away from sidewalks and streets to minimize water waste and help to reduce oil and contaminate runoff that collects on the roadway.
Because Earth Day is more than just a celebration of this beautiful planet we call home. It's an opportunity to focus attention on learning and activities to take good care of the earth systems which we depend upon and affect. A sustainable state or country has a healthy economy, society and environment, and all three rely on each other.
Going on a picnic? Avoid disposables and leave a clean site behind you. Whatever you pack in, pack it out. Leave only foot prints, don't litter.
Using durable dishware, etc., helps reduce waste to the landfill, litter and wasted resources from one-time use. Leave a clean picnic site to help preserve the rich natural resources, habitats and parks that make our state such a beautiful place to live.
Vehicles can account for a lot of air and water pollution, but less so if they are well-maintained.
Paper and Styrofoam cups are a "one use" waste of materials and landfill space. Bringing your own mug keeps your beverage warm longer and shows your personal commitment to environmental stewardship.
This Saves paper (forest fiber and trees) and conserves your file space. Print less.
Avoid chemical pesticides and use integrated pest management.
Pesticides are poisons that threaten water quality in our lakes and streams as well as our own health (especially children). Pesticides are short-term solutions and will not prevent future problems. They can also kill helpful insects, birds or animals. Studies have shown stream pesticide pollution rises in spring during the same time that the use of pesticides on lawns and gardens rises.
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