PC Power Down
Save 435 lbs of carbon
Fact: Computers drain power when sleeping or even when turned off.
Act: Unplug your computer after shutting it down, or plug your computer into a power strip and switch it off when not in use.
Always shut down your monitor if you aren't going to use your PC for more than 20 minutes and shut down your PC if you're not going to use it for more than 2 hours.
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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