Desert Green

1. Rain barrels for plants in pots, indoor plants, and birdbaths-plants love rainwater and use less fertilizer.

2. Switch to a compact fluorescent bulb-they use two-thirds as much energy and last 10 times longer.

3. Buy large jugs of water and refill portable water bottles-less expensive and sends less plastic to the landfill.

4. Set you water heater to 120 to 140 degrees- the system will work better and last longer.

5. Don't leave the water running while brushing your teeth- can save as much as 9 gallons each time you brush.

6. Use paper products that are up to 80% recycled-saves both money and trees.

7. Xeriscape for a beautiful and drought resistant yard and then water by drip irrigation too- preserves our water resources.

8. Turn down the thermostat-for each degree lower between 70 & 60 degrees you save 5% on your heating bill.

9. Activate sleep mode on computers that power down while not in use- saves energy and increase the longivity of the equipment.

10. Check with the city and county for ideas for cost reductions and rebates on energy and water bills-saves you money and our precious environment.