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Green Done Right Giveaway

May 7th, 2009 • Related • Filed Under

Giveaway now closed. Congrats to our winner, Jennifer B!

Take a green step at home with SCOTT Naturals™ – a family of products that makes it easy to turn over a new leaf without sacrificing quality.

Scott Naturals has teamed up with Kahi Lee to produce several vignettes illustrating easy ways to green your own home. You can view the videos here: http://www.youtube.com/user/GreenDoneRight

To celebrate the nationwide availability of these products that deliver value along with environmental benefits, we’ve also teamed up with SCOTT Naturals™ to offer one lucky reader a Green Gift Bag which includes:

reusable tote filled with SCOTT Naturals™ product coupons
reusable water bottle
green light bulbs
cleaning products from Clorox Green Works

Giveaway guidelines

To enter, leave a comment below letting us know one step you’re taking to go green at home.

Receive additional entries:

1. For blogging about the contest and let us know in a separate comment
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This giveaway closes May 29, 2009 at 11:59 pm central time. Be sure to include a valid email address. Winner will be randomly chosen via random.org and will be notified via email and announced on this post.

If winner does not claim prize by June 4, 2009 they will forfeit their prize to alternate winner who will be drawn at random.

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#1 Claudia Vitello on May 7, 2009:

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#2 Laura Collins on May 7, 2009:

I am using my dryer less by hanging my clothes
and I change to fuel effient light bulbs.
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#4 Virgie on May 7, 2009:

I recycle.
#5 Tracey Byram on May 7, 2009:

We recycle paper, plastic and aluminum.
#6 Erica C. on May 7, 2009:

we recycle everything we can
#7 alma on May 7, 2009:

we have an aluminum pail in the kitchen with a lid to take veggie scraps out to our compost pile.
#8 Jennifer B. on May 7, 2009:

I use reusable shopping bags.
#9 Renee C. on May 7, 2009:

I feel like we are trying. We recycle all that the local recycle center takes: plastic, plastic bags,aluminum, cans, and paper. We recyle ink cartridges. We use CFL’s for all lights. We have replaced our dishwasher and refrigerator with EnergySmart appliances. We use recycled products whenever we can. We consign or donate all old clothes. We use a thermostat control and keep our temp 68 in winter 78 in summer. We wash all laundry in cold water, and hang quite a bit to dry. We are trying a garden. I know we could do more and we will but I am proud of the efforts made thus far.
#10 Rita A. on May 7, 2009:

Recycle most everything. Our recycle bin is always more full than the trash bin.
#11 Pat on May 7, 2009:

At our house we refrain from using chemical fertilizers that leach into the water supply. Thank you for the contest.
#12 Alicia Webster on May 7, 2009:

I am using only cloth diapers, and I have three kids in diapers, so I am saving the earth singlehandedly!
#13 Traci on May 7, 2009:

we are getting are floors redone in a green way.
#14 Denise on May 7, 2009:

I’ve been trying green household products and recycling a lot more stuff than I used to.
#15 Christine Johnson on May 7, 2009:

We started using the energy efficent bulbs.
#16 Brian N. on May 7, 2009:

The biggest – we are going vegan
#17 Carol on May 7, 2009:

I recycle and reuse!
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We recyle religiously as well as switching to low-flow showerheads & toilets and cfl bulbs.
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We’ve started using reusable containers and bags. And we grow our own veggies.
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#27 Dana T on May 7, 2009:

We use re-useable shopping bags for all of our shopping, not just the grocery store.
#28 Jess on May 7, 2009:

I love using reusable bags!
#29 Heather on May 7, 2009:

We recycle, donate gently used items to goodwill, use non-toxic cleaners, and try to reduce the amount of “stuff” we buy.
#30 MRS.MOMMYY on May 7, 2009:

recycling and repurposing alot more
#31 Samantha on May 7, 2009:

I have started kitchen composting to recycle and help the environment. Please enter me,thanks.
#32 Mary D on May 7, 2009:

We repurpose everything we can, and before we throw items away, if we can’t recycle or donate it, we see if it can be repaired or mended. No more irresponsible consumption!
#33 Kim W on May 8, 2009:

I recycle my paper & plastic
#34 Carol Lawrence on May 8, 2009:

I’ve installed CFL bulbs and gone back to drinking tap water.
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#37 Angelique Fabozzi on May 8, 2009:

I’ve stopped buying bottled water and we recycle.
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#40 Cynthia C on May 8, 2009:

I recycle everything possible and drive only as absolutely necessary.
#41 Jill L on May 8, 2009:

We have started to hang clothes out on the line instead of using the dryer.
#42 Lori Barnes on May 8, 2009:

We recycle and use energy efficient light bulbs when we buy products we look for the green products first.
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#44 Denyse on May 8, 2009:

I live in FL and only use my dryer when it rains- which is maybe 15 times a year (while I’m doing laundry).
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#47 hawkshoe on May 8, 2009:

I recycle everything I can.
#48 pamr on May 8, 2009:

We’re trying to eat more organic, locally grown food
#49 tiki11 on May 8, 2009:

We recycle everything we can and walk to our close errands.
#50 Joanne Schultz on May 8, 2009:

I pack groceries in reusable totes and I recycle.

Thanks for the giveaway!
#51 Heidi Gail on May 8, 2009:

I’m using green light bulbs.
#52 Elena on May 8, 2009:

We recycle our aluminum cans and plastic bottles. Thanks for the contest!
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#59 tami on May 8, 2009:

one step i have done- i use cloth shopping bags instead of plastic.
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#61 Marjorie on May 8, 2009:

Composting
#62 NICHOLAS NIEVES on May 8, 2009:

shut off lites when not in use
control the aire conditioning better
#63 Denise B. on May 8, 2009:

We scrap our household metal.
#64 DeeAnn S on May 8, 2009:

I use rags instead of paper towels to clean up messes. The paper towels I do use are made of recycled materials.
#65 Char on May 8, 2009:

We compost.
#66 Sarah Hirsch on May 8, 2009:

we are recycling – since we stepped up our recycling efforts we now produce way less garbage, it makes a big difference.
#67 Linda Lansford on May 8, 2009:

I buy at yard sales
#68 Kim on May 8, 2009:

we reuse cloth diapers to clean things!
#69 Kim on May 8, 2009:

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#70 barbara wright on May 8, 2009:

I recycle, use reusable bags, make my own green cleaners, use the curly light bulbs, run all my errands in the same area at once to save gas, and do all my laundry at once to save the dryer energy (it doesn’t need to heat up before each load because it’s already hot from the previous one.
#71 Barbara Leatham on May 8, 2009:

I recycle, use green products, changed to the energy efficient light bulbs and I have also started a small garden!

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#73 Joannie on May 8, 2009:

We don’t buy packaged products at the grocery story, choosing instead to buy whole grains and organic produce and take our own bags and totes to the market instead. Saves our landfill!
#74 Angela J on May 8, 2009:

We’re composting
#75 stacey moore on May 8, 2009:

reusable shopping bags
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#77 Linda Fish on May 8, 2009:

I switched to CF bulbs
#78 Jackie on May 8, 2009:

We recycle whatever we can…paper, glass, cans, plastic and batteries. I also try to do only full loads of laundry or run the dishwasher only when it is full.
#79 Jackie on May 8, 2009:

I subscribe via email
#80 Carrie on May 8, 2009:

i’m freezing all my leftovers to cut down on food waste and go green
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#82 May on May 8, 2009:

I’m recycling like crazy! Everything that CAN go into my recycle basket, does!
#83 bridget on May 8, 2009:

We have stopped using paper towels and use rags instead.
#84 Ellen C. on May 8, 2009:

We now use reusable shopping and lunch bags. I also try to use more natural cleaners. thanks for the chance.
#85 Carolyn G on May 8, 2009:

We now use reusable bags and are I have replaced chemical cleaners with green cleaners.
#86 Carolyn G on May 8, 2009:

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#90 Sarah on May 8, 2009:

WE are using cloth diapers on my son now, and I won’t buy any more paper towels!
#91 Shilo Beedy on May 8, 2009:

I use reusable grocery bags and switched to energy efficient light bulbs.
#92 Pamela S on May 8, 2009:

We’ve been recycling for a long time but have recently started trying to decrease our use of disposable items like paper towels, lunch bags and paper napkins and replacing them with reusables.
#93 Jamie Z on May 8, 2009:

We are working hard to conserve energy by turning off lights, tv, etc when we leave the room.
#94 Terrisa Swift on May 8, 2009:

we recycle, everything we can
#95 Catherine on May 8, 2009:

I am hang drying clothes instead of usung the dryer
#96 Janna Johnson on May 8, 2009:

I hang dry clothes and stopped buying bottled water!

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#97 Alicia on May 8, 2009:

I try to recycle everything I can.

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#98 Eloise C on May 9, 2009:

We are using energy efficient light bulbs throughout our home as well as recycling whatever we can and switching over to “green” cleaners instead of chemical based cleaners. Thanks so much for such a great giveaway!

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#101 katie k on May 9, 2009:

We recycle all of our aluminum and turn it in for extra cash for a double bonus.
#102 Tamara B. on May 9, 2009:

We are recycling,turning off the lights & tvs when leaving a room and turning off the water while brushing our teeth.
#103 Tamara B. on May 9, 2009:

I am a subscriber.
#104 barbara wright on May 9, 2009:

I recycle and use reusable bags
#105 judy brittle on May 9, 2009:

The one thing we just added to our many ways to live green is I bought a Pur water faucet filter and now we only drink tap water. Thank you!
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#108 Lisa H on May 9, 2009:

I am transitioning to greener house cleaning products.
#109 laurie on May 10, 2009:

we are starting a compost pile in our back yard, and changing our bulbs to the new ones. thanks for the giveaway.
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#111 barbara wright on May 10, 2009:

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We’re using all natural cleaning products whenever possible
#113 oona b on May 10, 2009:

I am drying clothes on the line when the sun is out!
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I lowered the temperature on our hot water heater.
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#116 israel y on May 10, 2009:

we shop with reusable shopping tote bags
#117 Leslie M on May 10, 2009:

I stopped buying bottled water!!! I was ashamed of myself when I stopped and thought of all the plastic I contributed to the Landfills! I have a Refillable water bottle and drnk at least 2 L a day.. OMG can you imagine the amount of plastic I have saved??

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#123 Amanda on May 11, 2009:

I am now recycling every week!
#124 May on May 11, 2009:

I;m recycling everything that is acceptable. I also use cloth bags when I grocery shop. Every little bit helps. And if I forget, or don’t think it’s GOT to be done right NOW, my daughter tells me, “MOM think of your Grandchildren!”. Guilt all the time.
#125 serena on May 11, 2009:

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#128 Kim F on May 11, 2009:

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#129 brandlyn on May 11, 2009:

I have been un-pluggin computer and t.v when not in use.
#130 barbara wright on May 11, 2009:

I use reusable plastic containers instead of bags for lunches
#131 scarlette on May 11, 2009:

recycle all we can
#132 Emily N. on May 11, 2009:

switching to all natural personal care and cleaning products.
#133 Christine V on May 11, 2009:

compost and recycle
#134 Kimberly on May 12, 2009:

We’ve recycled for years but every year we try to find more ways to recycle and repurpose.
Thanks for the chance to win!
#135 Kimberly on May 12, 2009:

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#136 May on May 12, 2009:

I am looking into a shower head that conserves water. I recycle everything I can.
#137 Martha H. on May 12, 2009:

I use the cloth bags when I go grocery shopping.
#138 Monique Rizzo on May 12, 2009:

We recycle and started our own compost pile. Thanks for the chance.
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#139 sito on May 12, 2009:

We are following the 3Rs in order — first, reduce; second, reuse; finally, recycle. If we reduce and reuse, we have less to recycle.
#140 sito on May 12, 2009:

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#144 barbara wright on May 12, 2009:

I use my reusable bags ALL the time – no exceptions.
#145 Mary Marlatt on May 12, 2009:

I’m getting pretty good at taking my reuseable totes to the grocery store.
#146 Jason on May 12, 2009:

I use my rain barrel for all of my outdoor watering needs
#147 Sandy Y on May 12, 2009:

We’re doing more recycling and never use plastic bags anymore. We also use refillable bottles instead of plastic water bottles.
#148 Miranda Allen on May 12, 2009:

we switched to cfl bulbs
#149 May on May 13, 2009:

I recycle everything that I can. It’s amazing what we used to just throw out, never realizing that it could be recycled.
#150 Becky on May 13, 2009:

We are trying to recycle more and to use more green and organic products.
#151 Dina on May 13, 2009:

I recycle and take my shopping bags everywhere I shop.
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#155 Gayle on May 13, 2009:

We recycle a lot and I use cloth bags for shopping
#156 Charity S. on May 13, 2009:

I recycle and carry my own bag for shopping.

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#158 Charity S. on May 13, 2009:

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#159 sarah on May 13, 2009:

we eat organic!
#160 barbara wright on May 13, 2009:

I use all energy efficient light bulbs
#161 Kimberly on May 13, 2009:

We have started using reusuable grocery bags and don’t use the plastic ones anymore. We also try to walk more places if it is a short distance, instead of hopping in the car every time.
#162 Kimberly on May 13, 2009:

I subscribe by email.
#163 Donna Holmberg on May 13, 2009:

We reuse our plastic grocery bags and when I do use ziploc bags I run them through the dishwasher and clean and sanitize them then I reuse them.
#164 Donna Holmberg on May 13, 2009:

I subscribe by email
#165 Terra Heck on May 13, 2009:

I recycle all of my aluminum, cardboard, and paper products. I also keep the lights off in my home unless they’re needed.
#166 Terra Heck on May 13, 2009:

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#167 Sadiana! on May 14, 2009:

One step we’re taking to go green at home is recycling, as well as walking most everywhere we need to go and leaving the car in the garage.
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#168 May Schultz on May 14, 2009:

We try to be responsible citizens and we recycle just about everything that is acceptable.
#169 Janice Wright on May 14, 2009:

I give away my usuable items that I no longer want on freecycle. That way they keep these items out of the landfill & lets someone that can use them, have them.
#170 Michelle B on May 14, 2009:

We have started using compact fluorescent lightbulbs.
#171 Jennifer MacDonald on May 14, 2009:

We’ve reduced our dependence on paper towels by using more rags around the house.
#172 barbara wright on May 15, 2009:

I use reusable containers rather than bags for the kids’ lunches.
#173 May Schultz on May 15, 2009:

One of the things I am doing is to recycle everything I can. It makes a BIG difference in the amount of garbage we put out these days.
#174 May Schultz on May 16, 2009:

I do my best to help the environment. One of the ways that I do regularly, is recycle everything that is acceptable.
#175 barbara wright on May 16, 2009:

I use the energy efficient light bulbs
#176 Marianna on May 16, 2009:

We changed all our light bulbs to CFLs
#177 Nicole B on May 16, 2009:

We’re now using reusable bags for all our shopping.
#178 Belinda M on May 17, 2009:

We recycle and also use reusable containers

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#180 sherry nickerson on May 17, 2009:

we only use cold water to wash and we recycle everything we can:)

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#181 May Schultz on May 17, 2009:

I recycle everything that I can. It sure saves space in the garbage can! And we are doing “good” besides.
#182 May Schultz on May 18, 2009:

We’ve been recycling for many years. And when our County decided to help, it was even better.
#183 Bonnie S on May 18, 2009:

We have started composting. Thanks.
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I’m a subscriber. Thanks.
#185 Sue on May 18, 2009:

We’ve been recycling and composting for several years, but we’re making an effort to ride our bikes and walk more and have switched out our lightbulbs to CFLs.
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I buy eco-friendly green cleaning products.

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#193 May Schultz on May 19, 2009:

Recycling is part of our daily lives. It is very important to us, and our daughter reminds us that we are doing this for our Grandchildren! And they ARE very important to us.
#194 sandra on May 19, 2009:

we recycle
#195 barbara wright on May 20, 2009:

I turn off the lights after my husband leaves a room – grrrr!!!!!
#196 nancy on May 20, 2009:

we compost
#197 Vicky Boackle on May 20, 2009:

turn lights out when possible.
#198 marilyn on May 21, 2009:

turn computer off at night
#199 jan koontz on May 23, 2009:

we could sure use this prize!
#200 May Schultz on May 23, 2009:

I recycle everything that the County accepts. Chesterfield County in VA is very good about picking up almost everything!
#201 dianne on May 23, 2009:

I take shorter showers and recycle my plastics/papers and aluminium.
#202 amir on May 23, 2009:

I switched our bulbs out and also buy green cleaners.
#203 patricia skinner on May 23, 2009:

We are composting here and recycle too.
#204 Lynda C on May 23, 2009:

we recycle everything!
#205 May Schultz on May 24, 2009:

We recycle and have seen the difference in the amount of garbage we waste.
#206 Sharon A on May 24, 2009:

We are cutting way back on our use of water outside.
#207 Janice Whitaker on May 24, 2009:

We recycle everything possible.
#208 Abby C. on May 24, 2009:

I go green by keeping the lights out during the day, we have alot of windows so we just use sunlight.
#209 Cynthya on May 25, 2009:

We’ve started an organic vegetable garden and only use ecofriendly products in our yard.
#210 May Schultz on May 25, 2009:

I recycle anything I can. I also use cloth bags when I grocery shop.
#211 Jeannine Smith on May 25, 2009:

I have just installed the new Energy Star ductless A/C. Since 2004 I have been hanging clothes to dry. I run dishwasher every 2-3 days. Two yrs ago I had the high impact tinted windows installed. I have been recycling for as many years as the areas I have lived in do so. I collect rain water in buckets for watering plants.
#212 ky2here on May 25, 2009:

We compost, recycle and use cloth bags for shopping.
#213 Jennifer C. on May 25, 2009:

We use cloth bags at the grocery store, and don’t buy paper plates or plastic utensils.
#214 Jessica on May 25, 2009:

One step I’m taking to go green is to purchase only products that are reusable and can be recycled
#215 Jessica on May 25, 2009:

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#216 Sarah Stern on May 25, 2009:

We use reusable bags and watch our energy consumption.
#217 Ashley H. on May 26, 2009:

I am a strict vegetarian. I also only use reusable shopping bags and I recycle everything. Thanks so much for the eco-friendly contest!! I’m totally crossing my fingers and my green thumbs!!
#218 May Schultz on May 26, 2009:

We are recycling all that the County will accept. We use those new light bulbs whenever we can..some lights cause those bulbs to burn out too quickly.I do my wash in cold water. Our thermostat, in summer is set at 80 degrees, winter at 70. We are really trying out best.
#219 pamela love on May 26, 2009:

We have changed all of our lightbulbs to CFL’s.
#220 charline on May 26, 2009:

reusable shopping and lunch bags
#221 Pat on May 26, 2009:

We are recycling our cardboard, newspaper, and glass.
#222 janet C on May 26, 2009:

I use cloth bags when shopping. Replace paper towel with handi wips and cloth napkins.
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We are using less packaging and recycling what we can.
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#226 Theresa D on May 26, 2009:

We recycle more
#227 Kathy Scott on May 26, 2009:

Paperless, recycle, drive a hybrid or ride my bike.
#228 Jill Myrick on May 26, 2009:

We recycle,take cloth bags for lunches and grocery items and reuse rain water for watering plants and washing our cars.
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#229 Jill Myrick on May 26, 2009:

I am a subscriber
#230 TRACY HEYER on May 26, 2009:

We recylce ever thing we can!
#231 LindaD on May 26, 2009:

We unplug rarely used items, such as the toaster and treadmill, to cut down on energy use.
#232 Doreen on May 26, 2009:

We have boxes outside for glass, plastic and paper/cardboard. We also use tote bags when shopping now. We feel very good about this. We are now looking into changing our cleaning products.
#233 Doreen on May 26, 2009:

I am a new subscriber by email.
#234 Gloria McKellar on May 26, 2009:

I am using cold water to wash colored clothes and take shorter showers. Also recycle bottles, plastic, etc.
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#235 Cheryl F. (The Lucky Ladybug) on May 26, 2009:

We make our life greener by regularly recycling everything possible. We also use CFLs, Energy Star appliances, and reusable shopping bags. We combine driving trips to save mileage — and turn things like lights off when not in use. *Thanks* for the giveaway! *Thanks* for the giveaway!
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#241 Chrysa on May 26, 2009:

We’re trying to reduce our waste by cutting down on packaging on the things we buy, etc.
#242 Chrysa on May 26, 2009:

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#243 Susan Ledet on May 26, 2009:

We recyle whatever we can, grow our own veggies, switched to energy efficient light bulbs and give things we no longer need to others in need.
#244 Susan Ledet on May 26, 2009:

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#245 Hazel on May 27, 2009:

We have changed all of our light bulbs to lower watt bulbs, which doesn’t make all that much difference in the amount of light, but it does make a lot of difference in the amount of energy used. Plus, we try to always use resuable shopping bags and make our own cleaning products from natural products.
#246 Jennelle on May 27, 2009:

We have started using cloth bags when we shop, recycling more and using as little water and electricity as possible.
#247 Tania Bugnet on May 27, 2009:

I have already changed our lightbulbs over and now we are working on changing our lightswitches to dimmers.
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#250 Jennifer M on May 27, 2009:

We’re composting, and using it on our city garden plots.
#251 Elizabeth Y. on May 27, 2009:

Recycling more, CFL bulbs, geothermal heating, and using canvas bags at the store.
#252 wendy wallach on May 27, 2009:

One step we are taking is bringing our own bags when we go grocery shopping.

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#253 Lisa on May 27, 2009:

We recently started composting, it’s so easy!
#254 Lisa on May 27, 2009:

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#255 Deb K on May 28, 2009:

We recycle every week here too!
#256 Joan Carr on May 28, 2009:

trying to recycle when away from home
#257 Erma on May 28, 2009:

I would love the chance to win, thanks.
#258 Lola Brinegar on May 28, 2009:

We recycle aluminum cans and use reusable grocery bags!
#259 Hesper F on May 28, 2009:

We recycle everything possible!
#260 May Schultz on May 28, 2009:

We recycle as much as we can. We also are careful with our water, gas and power.
#261 Christie on May 28, 2009:

We are growing some of our own vegetables this year, using organic methods.
#262 Pam on May 28, 2009:

We are replacing our light bulbs with CFL bulbs when they burn out.
#263 Sheila R on May 28, 2009:

I recycle everything I can and I also have switched to frozen juice so I don’t have to use all that plastic from the bottles!
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#265 Melanie on May 28, 2009:

We just recycled for the first time, and it felt so great! We had a big bin of stuff to recycle.
We are going to make this a regular thing.
#266 Sue Farrell on May 28, 2009:

We have now replaced almost all our light bulbs with fluorescents.
#267 Valeen N on May 28, 2009:

We are changing out all our lightbulbs to green alternatives! Thanks for a great contest!
#268 Angela Palmer on May 28, 2009:

We use CFL bulbs.
#269 Laura G on May 28, 2009:

we wrapped our water heater and put it on a timer, put in all cfls and putting in a garden
#270 Robin R. on May 28, 2009:

Changing all our lightbulbs to green.
#271 katie on May 28, 2009:

We shop with reusable grocery bags, buy organic and sustainable products, and recycle!
#272 katie on May 28, 2009:

I subscribe via Google Reader
#273 EdV on May 28, 2009:

We’ve stopped using single-serve bottles of water in favor of a bubbler and re-usable SIGG bottles.
#274 estella miller on May 28, 2009:

use my clothesline whenever possible.
#275 georgie on May 28, 2009:

Conserving water.
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#276 georgie on May 28, 2009:

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#277 Susan Smith on May 28, 2009:

We changed all of our ligh bulbs to florecent and take a bag to the grocery store
#278 TeeS on May 28, 2009:

We buy all natural cleaners and detergents. We also recyle newspapers and magazines.
#279 Caroline Fisher on May 28, 2009:

I use compact fluorescent light bulbs to cut down on energy use.
#280 Tammy Kennedy on May 28, 2009:

We do laundry in cold water and hang cloths online to dry.

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#283 Sharon Seneker on May 28, 2009:

I try to save on paper waste by giving my new but used newspapers, magazines and catalogs to others! Thanks! senekers@comcast.net
#284 Jammie on May 28, 2009:

We recycle and reuse every little thing we can. And instead of throwing left over scraps away we scrap them in the back yard.
#285 Sarah Z on May 28, 2009:

We are switching to cloth napkins! (plus we recycle, use freecycle and goodwill and more!)
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#286 dani on May 28, 2009:

I try to reduse my waste. It is amazing if you save what you throw out for lunch. We had the kids in my class do it and the amount of plastic and packaging was amazing. I do not use CFL lights becuase of the mercury and very expensive to clean if the light break. Instead I turn on lights less only when I have to.
#287 dani on May 28, 2009:

I try to reduce my waste. It is amazing if you save what you throw out for lunch. We had the kids in my class do it and the amount of plastic and packaging was amazing. I do not use CFL lights becuase of the mercury and very expensive to clean if the light break. Instead I turn on lights less only when I have to.
#288 Shawna B on May 28, 2009:

I’m using cloth diapers!
#289 Sonya on May 29, 2009:

We recycle everything we can and we’re careful with electricity!
#290 Justine on May 29, 2009:

To go green at home, I replaced all our regular light bulbs with fluorescent ones!
#291 Trish Gannon on May 29, 2009:

We compost everything we can.
#292 Ann on May 29, 2009:

We built a compost bin last month!
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#298 May Schultz on May 29, 2009:

I recycle everything that I can. Makes a big difference in the amount of garbage we have.
#299 Crystal F on May 29, 2009:

We are recycling our cans and use the energy saving lightbulbs. Thank you!
#300 Kamela A Ijeh on May 29, 2009:

I have a compost bin.
#301 kim v on May 29, 2009:

I take my own bags to the grocery store when I shop.
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#302 Ingrid on May 29, 2009:

Our house is always finding ways to go green. We’ve been recycling for quite some time now, at least 3 years or longer. Replacing our light bulbs with the new ones and most recently, we started using the green hand wash in our bathrooms and kitchen.
#303 Dan on May 29, 2009:

One step I’m taking to go green at home is recycling as much as we can
#304 Jennifer B on May 29, 2009:

buying more organic eco friendly products
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#308 katiea on May 29, 2009:

We’ve been using a rain barrell for the last several months and its great! Our water bills have shrunk and our garden (which grows all of our herbs and even some vegtables) has never looks greener! We don’t have a single ’standard’ light bulb in our house either. Programmible thermostat too! That alone saved us well over $50 per month this winter, I’m really looking forward to seeing how much we save this summer too! Thanks for the seriously green giveaway!
#309 kathy pease on May 29, 2009:

we recycle and i have changed all my lightbulbs to the energy savers
#310 carol l~ on May 29, 2009:

I try to use clothes instead of paper towels and use natural cleaning products as much as possible.
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#315 Randy Bailey on May 29, 2009:

We R conserving on electric & water. We use flourescent lighting. Recyle paper, cans, etc. at the recycle bins
#316 leah on May 29, 2009:

Our family washes clothes in cold water and line dry them.
#317 leah on May 29, 2009:

I’m an email subscriber!
#318 Deborah Anderson on May 29, 2009:

I’m trying to be extra conscious of turning off lights when I leave a room.
#319 Helen on May 29, 2009:

We recycle everything our city accepts, we take our own shopping bags to the grocery stores and no longer purchase bottled water.
#320 Betty C on May 29, 2009:

I use cold water for laundry, use the dishwasher instead of washing dishes by hand, CFL bulbs and recycle.
#321 Gianna on May 29, 2009:

I’m growing my own fruit, veggies and herbs
#322 Janet on May 29, 2009:

We recycle everything we can. We live in a small town and an area that doesn’t have recycle areas like big cities or other areas do:(
#323 Marcy Strahan on May 29, 2009:

We turn off the hot water heater when it’s not needed.
We covered our windows in foil!

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#324 Marcy Strahan on May 29, 2009:

I subscribe!
#325 Donna K on May 29, 2009:

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#329 May Schultz on May 30, 2009:

We are trying to help keep our environment green, so that our Grandchildren and others to follow will have a healthy place to grow up in. We do recycle, and use the correct light bulbs, and try to use less electricity.
#330 Melissa Reeder on May 30, 2009:

I don’t drive!
#331 May Schultz on May 31, 2009:

We faithfully recycle all that we can. And we are careful with our electric as well. It’s worth doing, because we want our Grandchildren to have a good world to live in.