TIGF - Earth Week

I know Earth Week is next week, but so is Easter, so this week's TIGF. I am thankful that Champlin has upgraded to a better, more effective recycling program that started this month. I already love it! Now if we move, I hope we find some place that has the same great commitment to helping the planet!


Earth Month Green Living Tips - Water 
These tips will help you to identify things that you can do right now to help reduce water use in your home and to keep our waters clean and safe.

Take short showers (10-15 gallons of water used) instead of baths (30 or more gallons used) for one person.

Turn off the water while brushing your teeth and save up to 240 gallons a month or while shaving and save up to 300 gallons a month.

Replace your showerhead with a water-efficient model and save up to 750 gallons a month.

Repair leaky faucets and toilets. A single dripping faucet can waste up to 200 gallons per month.

Don't rinse your dishes (just scrape off food) before placing them in the dishwasher. This saves 6,500 gallons of water per year.

Choose a low water use plants (such as native plants) and save up to 550 gallons each year.

Water your garden in the morning or evening when temperatures are cooler to minimize evaporation.

Set a timer when watering your garden to remind you to shut off the water. A running hose can discharge up to 10 gallons a minute.



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