Going Green to Make Ends Meet

A study mentioned on the U.K.’s Money News website this week provides evidence that some folks are turning to green living measures purely for financial reasons.  According to the British study by Norwich and Peterborough, 69% of people are more likely to install energy-efficient devices such as kitchen appliances and turn to alternative energy sources than they were one year ago.

What about you?  Are the constant pressures of high gas prices, and soaring energy bills causing you to adopt greener habits and look for energy-saving home products? Whether it’s for economic reasons or otherwise, going green is always a good idea.

Here are a few quick energy saving tips for saving money and living green:

  • Set your washing machine to cold water wash.
  • Buy an insulated blanket for your water heater.
  • Avoid running your dishwasher until it’s full.
  • Change your furnace filter monthly.
  • Buy a reduced-flow shower head.
  • Shut the water off when you brush your teeth.
  • Stick to weekly or bi-weekly shopping trips to avoid wasting fuel on multiple trips to the store.

October 17, 2008   No Comments