Light bulbs, dishwashers, washing machines: these and many other common household appliances and goods are available in energy-saving models. While they may cost slightly more than generic types, these items both reduce carbon footprint and save the consumer money in the long run.
In addition to supporting manufactures of environmentally-conscious products, you can save directly yourself by opting for an extra sweater rather than turning up the thermostat and taking shorter showers.
Turn your long-unworn shirts and other cloth apparel items into rags, and use them to clean your kitchen, bathroom, windows, and other areas.
Try to plan your transportation with the earth in mind. For instance, make a list of the errands you and your family require for the week, and aim to fulfill all of them in one trip. This easy solution, if practiced by a number of households, significantly reduces the emissions produced by cars and traffic.
On long summer days, take advantage of the season’s natural gifts. Dry your laundry outside on a line, and use natural light until sundown.
Install power strips throughout your house, and plug cell phone and computer chargers into these. This will reduce wasted energy that occurs as a byproduct of these devices remaining directly in the wall outlets.