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Saving Money

Monday, February 25, 2013

20 Easy Ways to Save Money by Going Green

Here is a list of ways to live a greener lifestyle, plus some resources to help you go green right here in Riverdale Park and University Park.

If you aren’t ready to throw some solar panels on the roof and ditch your power company, but would like to save some money by living a greener life in Riverdale Park and University Park, here are 20 tips to help you get started. Around the house: 1. Buy food, including spices and flour, in bulk. You’ll save money and reduce the amount of packaging that goes in the trash. MOMs Organic Market offers bulk food options. 2. Make sure your thermostat is set properly. Lowering the default settings during the summer and at night could save you almost $200 a year, according to Energy Star. More tips at energystar.gov. 3. Insulate your hot water heater. To see if you need to insulate, touch your heater. If it is warm to the touch, it needs …

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