:: Buy a programmable theromastat to control the energy used by your central heat and air system.

:: Carry reusable totes to the store and avoid using plastic bags.  If you must use plastic bags, reuse them in small garbage pails or recycle them at the store.

:: Plug in electronics to surge protectors and click them off when not in use to conserve energy.

:: Get off junk mail lists. Precycle can get you started. They’ll even plant five trees for you!

:: Limit the length of your showers. Even better, take a “navy shower,” shutting off the water while soaping up and shampooing.  While you brush your teeth, turn the water off until you need to rinse.

:: Go paperless. Consider reading your newspaper and magazine subscriptions online. Switch to electronic banking and credit card payment, too.