Going Green

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I pledge to make at least three environmentally-responsible choices over the next year to preserve, protect, and promote a sustainable future. I pledge to:

Replace at least 3 light bulbs with compact fluorescent bulbs (CFLs)Installing CFLs wherever possible in my home and office will save me money and save energy because CFL light bulbs use 75% less energy and last ten times longer than incandescent bulbs.
I'll do it!
Sign up at CT Clean energy OptionsPurchase at least 50% of my electricity from clean technologies such as wind or hydro electric power by signing up at www.ctcleanenergyoptions.com to reduce toxic emissions, foster energy independence, and help the town earn free solar panels for public buildings.
I'll do it!
Use energy efficient transportationI will carpool, take the train, walk when possible, minimize car trips for shopping and errands, keep my car tires inflated to the proper pressure, empty unnecessary items from my car, limit my air travel to essential trips, or consider buying an energy efficient hybrid car.
I'll do it!
CompostMy leaves, or yard waste, and/or my food waste in my own back yard to reduce the garbage I produce by as much as 20% and make my own nutrient rich organic fertilizer for my lawn or garden.
I'll do it!
Shop "green" in the grocery storeBy saying no to both paper and plastic and bringing re-usable bags when I shop, by buying locally-grown and/or organic foods or clothes made from natural fabrics or by purchasing products with minimal-packaging.
I'll do it!
Recycle moreI'll recycle all plastic bottles with a neck, cardboard, magazines, newspapers, metal and glass food and beverage containers at curbside or at the New Fairfield Drop Off Center along with my electronics. I'll buy recycled products to close the recycling loop.
I'll do it!
Conserve waterI'll cut my showers shorter by at least 1 minute and run my dishwasher and washing machine only when full, and only on weekends or after 6 pm in the evening when system energy use is less. I won't let water run while brushing my teeth, and I'll repair my leaky faucets and running toilets.
I'll do it!
Minimize energy useBy raking rather than blowing leaves, choosing energy star appliances when buying new, or by signing up for the CoolSentry program for my electric air conditioning use. I'll set my thermostat to no less than 78 in the summer and no more than 68 in the winter or use a programmable thermostat.
I'll do it!
Invest less in a grassy lawnBy planting ground cover, reducing my use of pesticides, by using fertilizer and weed killer on my remaining grass no more than twice a year or by planting a buffer garden on my waterfront property.
I'll do it!
Promote re-useBy holding a tag sale, participating in Junk in a Trunk or Granny's Treasures or donating to the New Fairfield Thrift Shop, rather than throwing away unwanted items. I'll donate my used eye glasses to the New Fairfield Lion's Club.
I'll do it!
Make my own resolution If you have a new idea or liked one from the list, that's great!There's more recycling ideas on our recycling list (opens in new window)
Name * Use a family name if you're pledging for multiple people in your household.
Address * Just type your street address!
Ex: 6 Brush Hill Rd.
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