-Use compact fluorescent lightbulbs and energy efficient appliances to reduce energy use.
-Turn out the lights when you leave a room. Turn off electronic equipment when not in use.
-Reduce your use of plastics and paper. Recycle plastics, paper and aluminum whenever possible.
-Repair leaky faucets and toilets.
-Switch washing machine temperature from hot to warm or better yet, cold.

-Buy products made or grown locally, indigenous to the area.
-Plant water tolerant trees, shrubs and groundcovers. Shaded homes use considerably less energy to cool in the summer.
-Substitute porous surfaces for paving. Instead of cement or gravel, use stone paths with lots of room between the stones.
-Use a rake instead of a leaf blower to get exercise, reduce noise, save energy and avoid adding to air pollution.
-Try ladybugs to combat aphids, instead of insecticide. A single ladybug can eat 5,000 aphids in its lifetime.

-Going on vacation? Turn down the temperature on your hot water heater before you leave.
-Turn your car off instead of idling for more than a minute or two.
-Instead of driving, walk, bike or take public transportation whenever possible.
-Choose hotels and lodges that take sustainability measures.
-Eat in restaurants that offer locally grown foods and vegetarian options.