The following are tips on saving money with your utilities costs:

• Use solar film on windows to let light in while controlling the sun’s heat, harsh brightness, and UV rays in your home. This can save you on energy costs during all four seasons!

• Did you know that leaving unused electronics plugged in still uses electricity? Unplug all unused cords to save money on your electric.

• *****Rain/water/shower/pasta water collection

Projector vs TV

Water saving tricks: water bottle in toilet

CFL lights or LED

Keep blinds open during day, sunlight saves heating money

Having friends over in the winter keeps your room warm :) each person can generate the same heat as a 100W heater.

Keep fridges in the shade

High efficiency appliances

7.6 cm between fridge and wall for airflow

Microwave or toaster oven instead of oven when possible

Glass, silicone, or ceramic dishware can reduce cooking time

Use a cup of warm water to rinse razor instead of using tap

Showers can use as little as 14% of water used during bath

Hang dry

Wash at 30C

Soap nuts or concentrated detergent

Water butt

Collecting water to water plants

Burning logs of alternative materials release 80% fewer emissions than regular wood ex: recycled sawdust, used coffee beans, soy

Homemade pesticides