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79. Harvest Water in Rain Barrels For Your Garden/Lawn

Friday, July 10th, 2009 167 views

1. Collecting your own water increases self-sufficiency 2. Plants enjoy the softer water which is free of chlorine 3. Helps to take pressure off of potable water supplies 4. Saves the energy to pump treated drinking water to your home 5. Fresh water is a dwindling resource. Collecting your own helps to preserve it. 6. ...

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12. Switch to LEDs

Thursday, June 4th, 2009 63 views

CFLs not for you? Consider LED lights. They cost more up front, but are true energy sippers and have longer lives than CFLs. Plus, they are mercury free. In the long run they may be worth it some individuals. The applications are limited for now, but new varieties are becoming ...

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