Going green doesn't just benefit the environment, it can also benefit your pocketbook!!
Here are a few tips that will help put some green in your pocket while making a positive impact on the planet:
1. BYOB Bags: some retailers, such as CVS, will pay you to bring your own reusable bags. Participating CVS stores will put $1.00 on a special CVS card for every four trips in which you BYOB!! If your local store does not participate, ask them to consider implementing the program!
2. Many states offer "bottle bills" for every plastic and glass bottle your recycle at specific locations. Check with your city to see what programs they offer.
3. Collect and save aluminum cans, then take them to a metal recycler. They will buy the cans from you!
4. Plant trees strategically around your house to reduce heating and cooling bills.
5. Use online bill pay when possible. Not only does this cut down on paper consumption, you will save on postage. This may not sound like much but if you mail 5 bills a week at 49¢ per stamp - that is $2.45 per week, $9.80 per month and $117.60 per year!!
6. Do you like magazines? Trade magazines with friends. This cuts down on paper consumption and saves you the cost of multiple subscriptions!
7. Organize a clothing swap with family and friends. Revamp you closet and save money!
8. Switch the light bulbs in your house to CFL bulbs. They use less energy, last longer, and are better for the environment!!
9. Reuse what you can! Before you buy new, be creative and see if you already own something that would get the job done!
10. Sell items that you no longer need or want instead of just throwing them away! EBay and 5miles are great sites. Facebook also has a wide range of groups specifically for selling. Give it a try!
When you can benefit this beautiful planet and put some green in your pocket... I consider that a Win-Win!!!
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