Water-Wise in the Garden
Save 400 lbs of carbon
Overview: 50% of your household water use is for irrigation.
Instructions: Practice these water-wise gardening tips:
* Water early or late in the day to reduce evaporation.
* Reduce watering times 2-5 minutes for every 10 min you currently water. Most of us over-water by a whopping 50%.
* Use and maintain a drip irrigation system.
Extra Credit: Replace your lawn with drought resistant vegetation.
Note: Complete the action above, then download, print and fill out a coupon. Have your child turn in the completed coupon at school.
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Layer Up, Layer Down
Climate control is the number one energy hog in the house. Tell the kids to wear a sweater whenever they say, "I'm cold."
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- 91,101,358 lbs Carbon Saved
- 249 Total Schools
- 50,355 Total Students
