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Do Just One Thing for January 06, 2011

Do Just One Thing by by Danny Seo
by Danny Seo
Do Just One Thing | January 6th, 2011

1/6/11

According to the Environmental Protection Agency's Energy Star program, "lighting accounts for close to 20 percent of the average home's electric bill." So instead of using old-fashioned incandescent bulbs, make the switch to energy-efficient compact fluorescent bulbs. According to Energy Star, CFLs can "use up to 75 percent less energy than incandescent light bulbs and last up to 10 times longer." Help out friends and family, too, by buying CFLs in bulk at stores like Costco and Sam's Club. Share the eco-wealth and save some money too.

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Do Just One Thing for January 05, 2011

Do Just One Thing by by Danny Seo
by Danny Seo
Do Just One Thing | January 5th, 2011

1/5/11

Using a full dishwasher is more energy and water efficient than washing by hand. One way to make sure you use the dishwasher right is to properly secure anything that's plastic by placing it in the right compartment. If it's too loose and a spray of water moves it to the bottom of the dishwasher, internal heating elements could melt it, causing the dishwasher to malfunction.

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Do Just One Thing for January 04, 2011

Do Just One Thing by by Danny Seo
by Danny Seo
Do Just One Thing | January 4th, 2011

1/4/11

Fireplaces need to be cleaned out frequently in the winter months, especially if you use them regularly to heat a room. Save the ashes and use them on slick stairs and sidewalks outside the house; they won't melt the ice, but they'll create enough friction to prevent you from slipping and falling. (And it probably goes without saying, but always make sure to take your shoes off in the house!)

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