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As mentioned in the article showing you 5 simple steps on how to go green at work, the energy efficient light bulb idea has been put forth. However, it is repeated over and over by environmentalists because we all have to use artifical light, and we all have to change light bulbs, so next time they burn out, replace them with Energy-Star rated light bulbs that will last you longer and save you money!

Now, with the light bulbs out of the way (and assuming you have made the plans to replace yours!), here are 5 simple ways to go green at home to get you started on a go green lifestyle that won’t cost you anything.

1. Stop Junk Mail And Read Online!
   You don’t put up with junk mail in your email inbox, right? Why would you want it coming to your home, cluttering up your space and just going straight to the recycling bin? All it takes is a few phone calls to tell the companies in question to remove you from their mailing lists.

   Aside from getting yourself taken off the advertising lists, there are a couple other ideas that would drastically help reduce the wasted paper, especially with the resources available on the Internet today. For example, how often do you use your phone book? If you’re not using 411 or fridge magnet reminders, you are probably looking online to find the phone number most of the time, am I right? If not, why not give it a shot? That’s a BIG book that we can easily live without nowadays.

   Have you ever checked out your favorite magazine online? If not, do it. You can often get the same articles for free on their website, ot if not, you can probably subscribe for less and save yourself money by reading the online version. Do the same with newspapers, and other periodicals, and you just done the planet a huge favor!

2. Install (And Use!) A Laundry Line
   Ok, another reaosn to not cut down that tree in your hard is because you’re going to need it as an anchor for on end of your clothes line. Your dryer is an energy hog and you’ll be saving yourslef some money and going green by hanging out your laundry to dry. On top of that, you will smell like the fresh outdoors and not have to buy Bounce sheets either.
3. Reuse Ziplocks
   This one is a little bit of work and maybe something you won’t feel like doing, but it’s another good way to easily start going green at home without spending money. Save and reuse those freezer bags by rinsing them out really well. Trust me, those things are built to last and you will get lots of extra use out of them. After you’ve quickly rinsed out a bunch you can even use your laundry line to hang them to dry!
4. Say No To Pesticides On Your Lawn
   There are so many good reasons not to use pesticides on your lawn that it deserves it’s own article. However, here’s a quick overview of why this one is on the list. Your children, pets, and local wildlife can be harmed by interaction with pesticides used on your lawn.

   Did you know that there are quite a few pesticides that are either known or suspected of being a cause of cancer?

   Pesticides send toxins from our lawn into nearby bodies of water which can then harm fish and other wildlife. It’s even possibly in some areas to affect your drinking water.

   If you are a lawn care addict and really love for your lawn to look like a golf course, there are alternatives to harmul pesticides that will be featured here soon on Go Green Lifestyle.

5. Don’t Stock The Fridge With Bottled Water
   Water is one of the top most important resources we have and need! Help save it by investing in a water filter for your tap. You will recoup your money in no time from not buying cases of water. For your trips out of the house, pick up a non-toxic, durable travelling water bottle and fill it before you go.

Going green at home can be simple, free, and still have a huge positive impact on the environment. Stay tuned for lots more easy and low cost ways to introduce you and your home to a go green lifestyle!