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Turn off lights and air-conditioners when leaving a room, and switch off all
electrical appliances, such as, televisions and computers, when not in use. |
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Use compact fluorescent light bulbs
instead of ordinary light bulbs.
Although compact fluorescent light
bulbs are relatively expensive, they use
a fraction of the energy of normal
bulbs, which means your electricity bills
will fall. They also last eight times
longer than ordinary bulbs. |
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When buying electrical appliances, buy
the most energy-efficient model
(marked with an energy efficient label)
on the market because it will save you
money in lower electricity bills. |
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Instead of storing food in foil and
plastic wrap, put it in airtight re-usable
containers. |
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If there are recycling facilities in your
area, use them. It is technically possible
to re-cycle glass, aluminum, steel
and some kinds of plastic. |
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Buy products made from recycled
materials whenever you can. |
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Avoid buying disposable items, such as,
paper cups or plates. |
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Bring your own shopping bag when you
go shopping. |
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Save water! Take a shower rather than
a bath because this saves up to a third
of the water used. Also, turn the tap off
while cleaning your teeth. |
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Look out for organically produced food
because it is better for both the environment
and your body. |
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If possible, convert your car to run on
unleaded petrol, take public transport
or walk to your destination (if it is
within walking distance). |
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