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As an instructor of a new Designation Course by NAR – Green, I have been talking up the concept of Green. The first response is usually a little distant but then talking about every day savings actually generates interest: Here are 10 things you can do today, right now, to be Green. You see, being green is not necessarily buying organic foods, detergents, etc , it is just asking yourself daily – What Can I Do Today To Make The Planet A Little Better. We all need to live here for a long time so let’s make it the best planet it can be.
OK – here are the 10 (you probably know them – just don’t do them)
1. Don’t run the water while you are brushing your teeth. Turn it on and off as you need it. Same for washing dishes
2. Unplug ALL electronics when not in use OR get a multi strip that will turn off several at one time
3. As your lighbulbs burn out, replace them with the new energy efficient bulbs that last 5-10 years, depending on what you buy. YES they are more expensive but they last 5-10 years.
4. Turn of lights when you leave the room or are done in your closet
5. Try a small space heater if you only use one small area instead of heating an entire floor of space
6. Be sure to have all clock (programable) thermostats and program the heat/air to adjust appropriately when nobody is home during the day.
7. Put on a sweatshirt and lower the heat just one degree
8. Use re-usable water bottles instead of throwing away plastic bottles.
9. Try to find a use for food items you were going to throw away. (i.e. the other half of the lime or rest of the pasta) You’ll be amazed at what you will come up with and you’ll save money and resources too)
10. Plan your driving route so you can use your gas and time wisely.
See how simple? It IS easy to be green!
Carol Moson
CRS,ABR,e-Pro,GREEN,SRS
Sales/Instructor/Trainer
RE/MAX Greater Atlanta
678-414-0760
