Friday, January 1, 2010
A Greener 2010
2:07 PM | 
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Briana
Hello everyone! 2010 is upon us; it's not only a new year, but a new decade. Looking back, it has been quite an interesting one. 2009 itself was a massive learning experience. This past year has opened my eyes to many things, but especially to live more sustainably.
Some college students feel as if they can't live a sustainable and frugal life without having to sacrifice their lifestyle. I'm here to tell you that's not the case. I'll be giving you tips on how to save money, go green, survive college, and reduce your impact on the environment.
Here are a few simple things we can do to make a drastic change in 2010:
Some college students feel as if they can't live a sustainable and frugal life without having to sacrifice their lifestyle. I'm here to tell you that's not the case. I'll be giving you tips on how to save money, go green, survive college, and reduce your impact on the environment.
Here are a few simple things we can do to make a drastic change in 2010:
- Do not print your e-mails: Most college students don't; the less evidence, the better. A lot of us only use our e-mail accounts for school, internships, or work. This goes for assignments as well. Try not to bring a paper copy of your assignments to class unless it's absolutely necessary. The trees will thank you.
- Download green iPhone apps: One that will help you track your carbon footprint is Carbon Tracker (obviously). Other good ones that will help you on your way to greatness are
- Bank of America: mobile banking
- Pizza Hut: order your food right where you are
- Chipotle: who doesn't want their burrito ready when they get there?
- iFlip: a flashcard application for $5 that will save you many index cards
- Pay your bills online: Save a stamp (aren't they $0.42 now?), an envelope, and some time.
- Do your shopping online: This is some advice I wish I would've taken this holiday season. Avoid the lines, you get a greater variety (sometimes), and you save gas. Only downside: you can't try on the clothes, so for those sale items, I suggest you go ahead and make the trip.
- Clickbee.net is a website where you can get cash back on your purchases. Doesn't hurt to try.
- Turn off your lights: When you leave a room, turn the light off, even if you're coming right back, but especially if you're not. Your energy bill will thank you, which in turn will have you thanking yourself.
- Limit your showers: Sure it might feel swell, but you really only need a 5 minute shower to hit all the basics and crevices. Make it a challenge with your friends to motivate you even more.
- Share a ride: I cannot emphasize it enough: carpool, carpool, carpool. I know you have friends who go to the same places you go. School, work, movies, etc. Take the trip together.
Those are simple enough right? Feel free to let me know if you see a difference, if you feel the difference, and if you know more ways to make a difference.
Briana
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