What are some everyday, practical ways to be more conservative?

Question

I'm not saying they're not all practical, but I'm looking to start being more green. Also, I am unable to purchase a new vehicle for right now, so I use regular gas. I will always be a Toyota fan.

What are environment friendly options for Toyotas and fuel?

thanks for all your help

Answer 1

Don't have kids!!

Answer 2

Ditch old and new labour at the next election.

Answer 3

Keeping your car in top condition helps to keep the emissions down. Change your oil every 3000 miles or less. Change your filters as prescribed in the owners manual. Even maintaining proper air pressure in your tires helps.

Answer 4

honestly, by becoming vegetarian you would help the environment more than by changing to a new vehicle.

You dont even have to become vegetarian, you can just try to eat less meat. You can recycle, not waste water, use flourescent light bulbs, try not using your car too much, ....etc.

Answer 5

1. Produce less garbage! Trash is a huge source of atmospheric CO2. Dont use disposable plates and cups. Dont buy individual bottled drinks--fill up a mug instead. Prepare fresh meals instead of buying a lot of boxed foods. Dont order take out from places that use styrofoam, etc.

2. Use energy star appliances and use a programable thermostat. ES appliances use 10-50% less energy than water than standard models. Programmable thermostats adjust your temp. settings more moderately when you are away or asleep. And you'll save money too.

3. Keep appliances unplugged. Electricity is consumed when some appliances are turned "off" but not unplugged. Use power strips to switch off televesions, stereos, computers, etc. Together, their "standby" consumption  can equal that of a 75 watt light bulb running continuously.

4. Minimize your pesticide and fertilizer use. (the chemicals seep into the ground and can contaminate waterways.)

5. Reduce your e-waste. Electronics contain mercury, lead, and other toxins that seep into the ground in land fills. Visit www.erecycle.org or www.earth911 to find an e-recycling place near you. Also check your local university--some take electronics for free.

There are so many other simple things you can do that make a big difference. Just browse some environmental org websites. NRDC, Sierra Club, NWF are a few good sites. Or visit your state government's website--it should have a link to the department of the enviroment or natural resources. www.epa.gov is another good source of info.