Green Tips

As you mow, leave your grass clippings on the grass.  The clippings which are 80% water  and contain nitrogen help to water and fertilize your lawn.

Check out recycling FAQs at ashevillegreenworks.org

Use a microwave to cook meals whenever possible. It uses about 1/2 energy of a conventional oven.

The dust could be reducing the light output by 50%.

Turn off your car if you are stopping for more than 30 seconds.

List activities that your family enjoys that don’t need electricity. Choose a few for your Sabbath Day.

A way to make them more efficient: use longer drying times on the heat lowest setting, use the maximum spin cycle on the washer or consider air-drying your clothes.

Check the thermostat in your refrigerator to ensure your food doesn’t spoil. The ideal temperature is at or slightly below 40 degrees. A good place for foods that won’t easily spoil is in the door. It’s the warmest section. 

To find energy-efficient products that are certified by EPA’s Energy Star program go to www.energystar.gov. The site is a good resource for efficient products, information on rebates, and tips on other ways to save energy.

Keep in mind when you’re reading the list of ingredients in personal care products that fragrance is the main ingredient associated with allergic reactions. Best to choose non-synthetic fragrances from plant essential oils.