It's Easy Going Green

Don't let the water run. It's estimated that hand-washing dishes uses nearly 6,000 gallons a year per household. By turning the water off while you scrub, you can cut your usage by more than half.

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It's Easy Going Green

Live green wherever you are. It's not hard. Check out these simple ideas to go green and see what good it will do Mother Earth.

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