WHATS YOUR 1 THING?

instead of throwing out old things, i find someone who can use them, i even rehome the things my neighborhood puts on the curb. -C.P., poulsbo

While waiting for hot water to get to the tap, I fill a pitcher and use it to water my plants. -Debbie, Kingston

I turn the heat dry cycle off on my dishwasher to save energy. -Amy, Bellevue

I bring my own mug instead of getting a papercup from the Coffee Shop! -Sarah , Seattle

I turn my old clothes into new clothes so i won't have to go out and buy many -laree, portland

My boyfriend and I (we've been together a long while) shower together every morning. It saves water and energy heating water -Angie, Port Orchard

At work I buy 100% post consumer paper for our office printing & copying needs. -Averie, Bellevue

I traded in my beloved 9 year old Jeep Wrangler (15 mpg) for a new Hybrid! Hurray! -Leann, kenmore, wa

I quit buying bottled water. -Tony Russell, 100.7 The Wolf

We are diligent to ensure that our recycling meets the guidelines provided. -M, Redmond

I ride my bike as much as possible rather then drive my car. I can easily put 150 miles on my bike a week this time of year. -Lyn, Kent

I turn of the water while brushing my teeth and doing dishes -michela, vancouver

Seattle based Go Financial Solutions to deliver a secure eDisclosure service to their customers. 100% paperless mortgage loan. -Joe, Seattle

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 grow as many vegetables as I can year round at my neighborhood P-Patch. I give extras to neighborhood foodbank or neighbors. -Cristina , Seattle

Alot of people forget about being green at work, put an extra garbage can next to your desk for recyclables. -Tim, Seattle

I help at my school's Environmental Awareness club, to teach other students to respect our Earth. -Andrew, Atlanta -Andrew, Atlanta

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

COMPOST -Katie, Kelowna

At work, I have a drinking glass at my desk. Can take it home to wash and avoids using disposable cups. -Erin, Bothell

I only use naturally derived cleaning products in my home. No chemcals. They smell fantastic! -Mina, Kirkland

I started commuting by bike a year ago -- not only do I get some exercise, but it's a great stress reliever :) -LB, seattle

Whenever I find it on, I turn off the light in my company's conference room. -Jill, Seattle

When washing your hands, turn off the faucet while lathering and scrubbing, then turn the water on again to rinse. -DeDe, Seattle

I take the metro bus. -Caroline, Seattle

Buy Local -Sue, Seattle

Turn off water while washing my hair in the shower and between hand washed dishes. -Mila, Seattle

I installed a gray water toilet, using one of our rain barrels. -Rich , 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

Go Solar!!!! Yes it works here! -Kate, Seattle

When shopping, if I can carry my purchase out with my two hands I always refuse the bag. Recycling's good too :) -Candice, Des Moines

I unplug appliances I don't use on a regular basis like toaster and coffeemaker, microwave and other small appliances. -Faith, Everett

I use phosphate free, all natural detergent and softner when I do laundry. -Kaitlin, Tacoma

I signed up for a food PLUS+ compost recycling bin and cut our trash way down. -TJ, bellingham

My one thing is to walk more and drive less. -Nikki, Seattle

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

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 install energy efficient heating and cooling systems as well as solar and geothermal. -Travis, Marysville

I buy as much as I can from local farmers and practice being a 'locavore' as much as possible. -Sean, Camden, SC

I put a watering can under the faucet while I am waiting for the water to get hot. -Holly, Seattle

I buy biodiesel for my VW Golf TDI at Dr. Dan's Alternative Fuelwerks in Ballard! -Maggie Pettit, Seattle

i am launching an eco-conscious clothing line: www.salvationware.com! -jme, redmond

Being a vegetarian has more of an eco-friendly impact then buying a hybrid. -Morgan, Seattle

I bike to work -Linda, Anacortes

I have compact florescent bulbs in most of my light fixtures at home -Anne, Seattle

I don't water my lawn, my clothes dryer broke down in April,as a result I now use clothes racks for drying, & shop thrift stores -Beverly, Enumclaw

I re-use my travel mug instead of accepting disposable coffee cups. Some places even offer a discount when I do this. -Bill, Issaquah

to get to places like school, and other towns i walk, ride my bike, rollerblade and when necessary, take the metro. -kylie repp, snoqualmie

wearing flip flops. (no socks to wash!) -S, Renton

Dry clothes outside as often as possible! -Jennifer, Redmond

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