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Replace 5 frequently used incandescent lightbulbs with compact fluorescent lightbulbs (CFLs) (5 points)

Purchase an Energy Star appliance (refrigerator, washer, dryer, stove, dishwasher) (5 points)

Plant a tree native to your area (1 point)

Turn off lights when you're not using them (2 points)

Install automatic timers on outdoor lights (2 points)

Turn off your PC and monitor when not in use (1 point)

Unplug electronic devices or put them on a power strip and turn it off when not in use (4 points)

Set your thermostat 2 degrees lower in the winter and 2 degrees higher in the summer (1 point)

Upgrade your insulation (5 points)

Wrap your water heater in an insulated blanket (if it is older than 1989 and it's not a gas water heater) (5 points)

Replace your old hot water heater (1998 or older) (9 points)

Keep shades closed in the summer and open in the winter (1 point)

Use air-dry setting on your dishwasher (1 point)

Install a low-flow showerhead (9 points)

Cut your shower time by 5 minutes (6 points)

Fix leaking or dripping faucets or toilets (1 point)

Run your dishwasher and washing machine only when full (1 point)

Use cold-water setting for laundry (10 points)

Reduce your hot water heater temperature by 10 degrees (4 points)

Purchase a more energy-efficient vehicle (+5 MPG over your current vehicle) (15 points)

Combine errands and drive 10 fewer miles per week (5 points)

Keep your car off the road one day a week by teleworking, carpooling, riding a bike, or taking public transportation (10 points)
(based on a 10 mile one-way commute)

Drive the speed limit (4 points)

Keep your tires properly inflated (1 point)

Keep your car well-maintained (4 points)

Get a home energy audit and implement it (1 point)

Recycle aluminum cans, glass bottles, plastic, paper, and newspaper (1 point)

Purchase recycled household paper products (1 point)

Bring your own reusable bags to the grocery store (1 point)

Drink filtered tap water instead of bottled water (1 point)
(Based on 300 bottles per year)

Eat locally-grown produce once a week (1 point)