I conserve whatever I can, whenever possible. When I shower, I do wet down, turn off the water, lather up, and then rinse. I don't let the water run while scrubbing.
I recycle everything that's recyclable. I rinse the food & beverage containers before putting them in the recycling bag (to keep from attracting bugs) and the water I use to rinse them goes into a bucket, not down the drain. I then use it to water the flower beds.
All our incandescent bulbs have been replaced with fluorescent (and even a few LED) bulbs.
I allow a somewhat warmer temperature in the house in summer (thermostat set at 82), and cooler in the winter (thermostat set at 68) - then I dress appropriately.
We walk or take public transportation whenever possible. It takes me about 20 minutes to walk to the grocery store, and I do that if I'm just getting a few items (such as just a few fresh fruits and vegetables). I get my exercise, don't have to deal with the hideous traffic, and use less fuel.
I recycle everything that's recyclable. I rinse the food & beverage containers before putting them in the recycling bag (to keep from attracting bugs) and the water I use to rinse them goes into a bucket, not down the drain. I then use it to water the flower beds.
All our incandescent bulbs have been replaced with fluorescent (and even a few LED) bulbs.
I allow a somewhat warmer temperature in the house in summer (thermostat set at 82), and cooler in the winter (thermostat set at 68) - then I dress appropriately.
We walk or take public transportation whenever possible. It takes me about 20 minutes to walk to the grocery store, and I do that if I'm just getting a few items (such as just a few fresh fruits and vegetables). I get my exercise, don't have to deal with the hideous traffic, and use less fuel.