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How to Save the Forest & Animals

Saving the forest and animals in their natural habitats might seem like a big job, but there are several small ways that you can save the forest and its inhabitants one step at a time. From recycling newspapers and aluminum foil to using cold water in the washing machine, there are more than a dozen ways you can be a hero right in your own community every day. All of these measures help to keep animals and their habitats safe and in place.

Instructions

  1. In the Home

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      Recycle and reuse everything possible. This doesn't mean reusing your napkin, but recycling that napkin will help. Some of things that can be recycled include: newspapers, motor oil, scrap metal, glass bottles, cans, glass jars, aluminum foil. Store food in reusable containers, not plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Reuse brown paper bags, especially to line trash cans instead of plastic liners. Reuse as many household items as possible, including butter tubs and bread bags. Buy products in biodegradable packaging, and food that is grown locally.

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      Turn your heat down and wear a sweater to save on energy costs. Don't leave the faucet running if you're not using water. Only turn the faucet on when wetting your toothbrush and rinsing, don't leave it running while brushing. Get a free energy audit from your local utility company to determine what other ways you can save energy. Turn down your thermostat by one degree per hour for every hour you'll be out of the house, or asleep, to save energy. Turn lights off when you're not in a room, along with TVs and other electronic devices. Set your water temperature to 130 degrees and make sure your water heater insulated. This service is provided free of charge by your utility company.

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      Carpool as often as you can to save energy. Use public transportation, or walk or ride your bike whenever it is a viable alternative to traveling by car. Buy a fuel efficient car if you have the money to help reduce burning fossil fuels. Keep your tires properly inflated to save gas.

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      Save electricity by taking the stairs at work instead of the elevator. Print and copy documents on both sides of the paper to save both paper and ink. Use recycled paper. Check the energy rating of products you're considering purchasing and purchase only the most energy-efficient products.


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