Going Green can be fun. Just look around your home at all the things you are already doing. Use the list below to congratulate yourself on your green efforts as well as find some new ways you and your family can Go Green.

• Use resuable shopping bags. 
• Ride a bike, walk, or use public transportation. More information at RTA's website.
• Install energy efficiency measures throughout your home.  See our rebate programs.
• Drink filtered tap water and use a recyclable water bottle.
• Compost your garbage (up to 60% of your waste is suitable for composting)
• Buy recycled products like paper, carpet, tile, etc.
• Install water efficient fixtures like faucets, toilets, etc.
• Install weather based irrigation controllers and native plants in your yard. 
• Eat and buy local!  Try to purchase foods and products grown / made within 100 miles.  You can start at the Riverside Farmer’s Market in Downtown on Saturday mornings.
• Look for non-toxic cleaning products.  Its better for your family and the environment.
• Choose water based latex paints over solvent based paints when painting your home. Never use lead based paints.
• Reduce, recycle, reuse.
• If you have a furnace, fireplace or gas heater, have them serviced regularly to prevent deadly fumes and install a carbon monoxide detector.
• Ensure you have good ventilation and balanced humidity in your home to prevent the growth of mould and mildew, which can be harmful to your health.
• Make sure to recycle all electronics and batteries.  You can check the CURE website for the nearest household hazardous waste drop off location.