In 2008, the Spring Forward Daylight Savings period saved 17 trillion Btu of energy in the U.S. The more we can use solar power we continue to harvest, the more energy we will save each year!
Time to turn the clocks back Wave goodbye to the sun There's more to do, Your yearly job's not done!
Did you remember to turn your clocks back? While you may not have forgotten this simple step, be sure to remember the following:
Smoke detector batteries should be tested, and in most cases, replaced, at least once a year, so why not now? Make the most out of your battery by choosing one with a longer life - just don't forget to test it out periodically for your safety.
Lawn sprinkler timers should be re-set at this time of year. With darkness and lower temperatures taking over more hours of the day, your lawn will stay damp longer, so reduce the amount of time you water your lawn if you live in a warmer climate. If you live in a colder climate, make sure you properly winterize your sprinkler system.
Prescription disposal should also be tackled on a yearly basis. You might be surprised at the expiration dates you find on those old antibiotics and pain killers in your medicine cabinet. Before you throw the bottles away or even think of flushing the pills (eek!), investigate drug take-back programs in your community.
Don't chuck your old smoke detector batteries in the garbage-follow the rules in this Battery Disposal Guide for the most eco-friendly method of recycling or disposing of your unwanted dry cells.
Use again and again. Giant 20" x 28" all cotton dish towel, screenprinted with water-based, non-toxic inks.
Our greencookingpots are made of enameled cast iron and are free of any chemicals.
We use naturally derived ingredients whenever possible from corn, sugar cane, coconut and palm.
Stoney Mountain Farm's wool drying balls reduce your drying time, soften, and eliminate static cling.
