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Simple steps for student sustainability
Shorter showers, less AC use and fluorescent light are a few tips for sustainable living
by Lindy Dobbins | Freelance Reporter |
PUBLISHED ON 8/20/07 IN Four Walls Moving Guide
In addition to the time of day, the way these appliances are used makes a difference. Keep the refrigerator and freezer as far from heat sources as possible, and open the door only slightly to prevent cold air from escaping. Run the dishwasher only when full, and allow dishes to air dry rather than with heat. This will save a substantial amount of electricity.
It is also possible to use the washer and dryer in an environmentally friendly way. Washing full loads and using cold water can reduce the use of electricity by 90 percent. Using a high-speed spin cycle will extract moisture and thus reduce the amount of time clothes take to dry. When drying clothes, attempt to do multiple, consecutive loads. This will utilize residual heat from each previous load and save power.
Students can also make eco-friendly purchases. Rather than incandescent light bulbs, purchase compact fluorescent ones. They use 70 percent less energy and last five times longer.
There are also showerheads and faucet appliances that make a difference. A low flow showerhead has the same water pressure, but saves up to 30 gallons of water per shower. Aerators can be attached to faucets and perform the same effect as low flow showerheads.
Another of the easiest ways to make your home environmentally friendly is to recycle. Cardboard, plastic, and aluminum can all be recycled.
Find out more about recycling at the City of Eugene Web site: www.eugene-or.gov.
For further details on these tips and more, check out ecomall.com.
It is also possible to use the washer and dryer in an environmentally friendly way. Washing full loads and using cold water can reduce the use of electricity by 90 percent. Using a high-speed spin cycle will extract moisture and thus reduce the amount of time clothes take to dry. When drying clothes, attempt to do multiple, consecutive loads. This will utilize residual heat from each previous load and save power.
Students can also make eco-friendly purchases. Rather than incandescent light bulbs, purchase compact fluorescent ones. They use 70 percent less energy and last five times longer.
There are also showerheads and faucet appliances that make a difference. A low flow showerhead has the same water pressure, but saves up to 30 gallons of water per shower. Aerators can be attached to faucets and perform the same effect as low flow showerheads.
Another of the easiest ways to make your home environmentally friendly is to recycle. Cardboard, plastic, and aluminum can all be recycled.
Find out more about recycling at the City of Eugene Web site: www.eugene-or.gov.
For further details on these tips and more, check out ecomall.com.
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