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Avoid over-watering plants; water early morning or late evening.

Plant native trees or shrubs in your yard to sequester carbon.

Keep a “zero waste” box for hard-to-recycle items and mail it to specialty programs (like TerraCycle).

 Learn basic sewing to extend the life of clothes and linens.

Make ice using trays instead of automatic makers (they use more energy).

Freeze leftovers in reusable containers instead of plastic wrap or foil.

Join or start a local sharing or tool library.

Use digital invitations or greeting cards instead of paper ones.

Keep a sustainability journal to track your progress and set goals.

Repurpose gray water (e.g., from rinsing veggies) for watering plants.

Create a capsule wardrobe to minimize clothing waste.

Switch to e-bills and digital subscriptions.

Set your fridge temperature to the efficient range (37–40°F or 3–4°C).

 Avoid buying bottled water—use a water filter instead.

Turn off your Wi-Fi router overnight or when away.

Repurpose old furniture and clothing.

Cook more meals at home instead of ordering takeout

 Avoid overconsumption—buy only what you need.