WHATS YOUR 1 THING?

I changed all my bulbs to fluorescents  -Kelly, Seattle
I use a skim of toothpaste on my toothbrush. My teeth get just as clean and less pollutants go down the drain.  -Susanne , Bellevue
I purposely keep all my receipts in my purse and then clean through my purse with a recycling bin by my side :)  -Cassi, Seattle
I garden with Pacific Northwest native trees and shrubs to save water and attract birds.  -Erick, Seattle
I use a "GREEN" product called Eximo to remove oil stains from my driveway to prevent toxic water runoff.  -Derek, Issaquah
We are diligent to ensure that our recycling meets the guidelines provided.  -M, Redmond
I unplug the toaster and coffee maker when I'm done using them, saving standby energy.  -Jen, Mountlake Terrace
Receive bills online, cancelled junk mail and pay approx $10 a month to purchase all of my KWh through renewable energy sources  -anne, kent
I use reusable canvas bags when grocery shopping.  -Linda, Puyallup
I bring my own mug instead of getting a papercup from the Coffee Shop!  -Sarah , Seattle
I turn of the water while brushing my teeth and doing dishes  -michela, vancouver
I use cloth instead of paper:cloth napkins, cloth kitchen towels, bandanas for runny noses, cloth bag instead of paper/plastic  -Tara, Shoreline, WA
I have compact florescent bulbs in most of my light fixtures at home  -Anne, Seattle
Alot of people forget about being green at work, put an extra garbage can next to your desk for recyclables.  -Tim, Seattle
I bought a BPA-free water bottle and take it to work every day, instead of consuming several bottled waters a week.  -Stacey, Renton
I only drive when absolutely necessary. Biking, walking or busing is 1Thing I do to help reduce my impact on our planet.  -Jenny Konway, Seattle
I educate my neighbors about surface water run off to the Puget Sound and encourage them to properly dispose of pet waste.  -Jacqui, Snohomish
At work, I have a drinking glass at my desk. Can take it home to wash and avoids using disposable cups.  -Erin, Bothell
When washing your hands, turn off the faucet while lathering and scrubbing, then turn the water on again to rinse.  -DeDe, Seattle
I use a bicycle instead of the car for meetings and minor errands such as going to the post office, bank or grocery store.  -Doug, Seattle
I am parking my car 3 days a week, finding other ways to commute to work.  -Janelle, Bothell
I encouraged my collage (the art institute of Ft Lauderdale) to add receycleing bins in the Class room. I was successful.  -William, Ft Lauderdale
Use a commercial car wash - like Brown Bear, that recycles their waste water instead of washing your car at home.  -Janet, Seattle
I've given up plastic grocery bags altogether. I have about 7 reuseable ones which can fit just about everything I need.  -JenF, West Seattle
I use biodegradable bags for my dog's waste.  -Monica, Seattle
I've stopped using plastic cutlery when I bring my lunch to work.  -Liz, Bremerton
I recycle all the cardboard and paper I use.  -Chris, Portland
I buy as much as I can from local farmers and practice being a 'locavore' as much as possible.  -Sean, Camden, SC
wearing flip flops. (no socks to wash!)  -S, Renton
I live in the community I work in.  -Kara, Olympia
Only printing when I absolutely have to. Take advantage of technology and use less paper, save it online!  -Aileen H., Seattle
I carpool with my divorced spouse 5 days a week.If we can make it work, you can make it work!  -Sherry, Arlington, WA
Ive switched jobs in construction to a company that builds green homes!They can save ya hella cash-ola!  -JD, seattle
I have a beautiful, locally made coffee mug I use every day at work instead of paper or Styrofoam.  -Michelle, Redmond
Water barrels, CFlightbulbs, organic gardening, mulching, composting, recycling, natural pet food. The Johnsons - Steilacoom  -Joyce, Steilacoom
I check my tire pressure once a month to improve the efficiency of my gas and reduce the amount CO2 into the air.  -Terra Moreland, Tacoma
If I'm not using an electronic or a light it isn't plugged in or turned on.  -Ashley, Seattle
I traded in my beloved 9 year old Jeep Wrangler (15 mpg) for a new Hybrid! Hurray!  -Leann, kenmore, wa
I recycle my old printed documents by using the clean side as scratch paper before I recycle them in the WOW bin.  -Joanne, Everett
While waiting for hot water to get to the tap, I fill a pitcher and use it to water my plants.  -Debbie, Kingston
I recycle paper towel and toliet paper core tubes and take my own bags to grocery shop.  -Rick , Evergreen, CO
I use a non-disposable coffee filter and use the grounds in my garden.  -Jill, Renton
I put a sweater on instead of turning up the heat  -Jake, Puyallup
I recycle all the garbage I can.  -Sheldon, Orting, WA
I help at my school's Environmental Awareness club, to teach other students to respect our Earth. -Andrew, Atlanta  -Andrew, Atlanta
Make sure the car is running as efficiently as possible  -Laura, seattle
My home now runs on 100% wind power--the bill is a bit more but I hardly notice considering the impact it makes.  -Tasha, Vancouver
I work @ home, so have flexibility. From May-Oct, I try to line dry all but 3X/month. I save 100 hours of dryer time a year!  -Deirdre, Vashon
Buy "green" products and try to gradually influence as many of my friends as possible. It's working so far!  -Marian, Lacey
I now use my reusable bags when I go to the grocery store instead of using the plastic bags the stores give out.  -Marilene, Seattle
 

Sierra Club’s Cool State Forum presents: A New Green Economy- Where are the opportunities and Benefits?

April 23, 2008 - 2:18pm — clybecker
05/19/2008 - 7:00pm
05/19/2008 - 8:30pm
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If we all take steps together, we can confront the challenge of global warming. Find out what role you can play by attending the monthly Cool State Forums—attend one or all seven. (See below for upcoming scheduled forums.) Possible statewide and regional solutions will be discussed, including “cap & trade,” tolling, solutions in schools and businesses, and a new green economy that provides good, green jobs. The Event will take place at the downtown REI from 7-8:30PM. To RSVP or for more information, please contact the Sierra club at (206) 378-0114 or by e-mailing Jessica at jessica.eagle@sierraclub.org.