HOMEOWNERS Switch to CFLs or LEDs Turn off lights Switch from T12 lights to T8 lights Purchase tankless water heater Reduce winter household thermostat Increase summer household thermostat Purchase high efficiency cooling Purchase high efficiency heating Replace refrigerator with Energy Star refrigerator Replace printers with Energy Star printers Replace copiers with Energy Star copiers Replace computers with Energy Star computers Use rechargeable batteries Manage computer energy use Purchase green energy Install PV panels Install solar water heater Install low flow showerheads Install low flow toilets Line dry clothing Install water efficient landscaping Plant trees Reduce your waste Print double sided
COMMUTERS Purchase a more efficient vehicle Purchase an alternative fuel vehicle Purchase an electric vehicle Purchase a hybrid vehicle Telecommute to work Ride a bike Take public transportation Practice eco driving Carpool Reduce air travel
REAL ESTATE DEVELOPERS Work with green architects Install geothermal systems Only source renewable energy to the development site Install recycling programs within the development site
GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES Connect public works with the private sector (companies/nonprofits), as in connect businesses to government-funded programs to go green Exert influence within the government to advocate for greener legislation/programs/etc. Conduct research about the environment and the government's impact on it
UNION LEADERS Lobby for greener legislation Educate union members about the environment Oppose businesses that do no support the environment
BUSINESSES Accept climate change Welcome green legislation Introduce recycling programs within your facilities Responsibly dispose of waste Limit your wa