News and Events
June 19, 2008
Tips for "Going Green"
Owner/Licensed Agent/Consumer Advocate
People
everywhere are making an effort to "go green" or find ways in which
to conserve the earth's precious resources. Going green does more than just
conserve resources; it can also be healthy for your pocket book and at Insurance Networking Systems, we're always seeking ways we can use green technology to save
money. With that in mind, I thought I would share some simple tips for helping
you "go green" this spring.
Switching
your light bulbs to fluorescent Energy Star light bulbs can save $30 or more in
electricity bills for the life of each light bulb. Making the transition also
helps in the prevention of more greenhouse gases. These energy efficient bulbs
are slightly more expensive up front, but can save a bundle in the long run.
Recycling
may seem second nature by now, but you'd be amazed at how many people don't
recycle! Almost all waste management companies provide recycle bins for free or
a nominal fee. Most will take household plastics, newspapers and cardboard
containers and boxes, as well as aluminum and glass products. Recycling is
probably the easiest and most convenient way of doing your part for the
environment.
Each
year it is estimated that nearly 500 billion plastic bags are used worldwide!
By switching to a reusable shopping bag you are saving money and lessening the
impact on the environment. Reusable bags are inexpensive and come in a variety
of shapes and sizes.
Although
it may seem like a lot of time and effort to transfer all of your bills to
paperless online billing, many banks and financial institutions have programs
which allow you to pay bills right from your checking account. You'll save on
the cost of postage and save paper! And once the system is set up you'll save
time too.
These
are just a few of the many ways you can "go green". For more tips on
going green, check out the Environmental Protection Agency's website at
www.epa.gov.
