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banner[0]='Switch to energy efficient light bulbs -- and just switch off un-needed lights!'

banner[1]='Install a power strip in homes and offices to reduce power usage of those appliances and accessories that drain electricity when not in use (PCs, printers, TVs DVDs, etc)  Anything with an LCD that glows when you are not using it is still using power and costing you money.'

banner[2]='Drive less: Plan ahead to walk a little more or take a bike instead of the car.   It can be good for the planet and good for your waist line!  Could your family get by with one less vehicle?'

banner[3]='When you have a choice, never leave to water running (when shaving, brushing your teeth or doing dishes).'

banner[4]='Use cold water instead of hot whenever you can. (rinsing dishes, laundry, etc).<br><br>Hang clothes to dry vs. using the dryer.'

banner[5]='Take your own shopping bags to the grocery store.  (It is not hard.  Just leave a few in your car).'

banner[6]='Advocate recycling in your community.  Do it yourself and encourage others.  Even if there is no curb-side pick up, there is likely a community recycling center near by.  Don\'t forget that recycling includes batteries, cell phones and other electronics.'

banner[7]='Favor non-toxic products when buying for your household (detergents, pesticides, mulches, fertilizers).'

banner[8]='Compost your household waste and use it in your garden instead of chemical fertilizers.'

banner[9]='Adjust your thermostat to use less energy whenever possible.'

banner[10]='Buy Energy Wise appliances to save on utilities and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.'

banner[11]='Whether you go hybrid or just buy more efficiently, factor gas mileage into the purchase of your next car.'

banner[12]='Read \"An Inconvenient Truth\" by Al Gore...or rent the DVD and watch it with your family.'

banner[13]='Give eco-friendly gifts for special occasions -- and include a note to remind your loved-one why it is important and special.'

banner[14]='Calculate your carbon footprint and purchase carbon offsets to counter balance your impact. Learn more at <a href="http://www.fightglobalwarming.com" target="_blank" class="tipswhite">fightglobalwarming.com</a> or <a href="http://www.rainforest2reef.org" target="_blank" class="tipswhite">rainforest2reef.org</a>.'

banner[15]='Consider donating to earth-friendly causes.'

banner[16]='Go the <a href="http://www.rainforestsite.com" target="_blank" class="tipswhite">rainforestsite.com</a> every day.  Click once a day to make a free donation and help save the disappearing rain forest.'

banner[17]='Educate yourself and your family.  Make it a \"together\" activity.  Learn more at <a href="http://www.fightglobalwarming.com" target="_blank" class="tipswhite">fightglobalwarming.com</a> and <a href="http://www.climatecrisis.net" target="_blank" class="tipswhite">climatecrisis.net</a>.'

banner[18]='Work with your local utility company to do an energy efficiency inventory of your home.  Are you properly insulated?  Could you save money and emissions over time by replacing appliances or windows?'


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