GREEN TIPS: Provided by Spectra Superfund

Below are few simple suggestions on how YOU can create a more sustainable environment each day.

1) Choose green energy providers in your office and home.

2) Walk, bike, take public transportation or buy a hybrid vehicle.

3) Switch off unused lights.

4) Trade in your old incandescent bulbs for newer, energy efficient compact fluorescent light (CFL) bulbs. They last several years longer and use 1/4 of the electricity that your current bulbs use.

5) When choosing new appliances always request energy efficient models.

6) Don't leave any appliances on stand-by. A television left on stand-by can consume up to 1/3 of the electricity used when completely turned on.

7) Fix any leaky faucets, toilets and pipes. Not only can these things be annoying, but each wasted drip adds up over time.

8) Use non-toxic cleaning alternatives in your home.

9) Avoid using aerosols.

10) Always put a full load of laundry in the washing machine and use cold water.

11) Stop the build up of endless plastic bags. Either reuse them or bring your own recyclable bags.

12) Shop in bulk. It will save you money and minimize excess packaging use on the environment.

13) Pay your bills online.

14) Recycle, recycle, recycle.

15) Celebrate Earth Day every day.