My GreenSpot Pledge

I have been an official GreenSpot since December 9, 2010 - I know it is a shame to take me so long to post my GreenSpot Plege. Life has not been easy on me, but, hey, I am here to continue my commitment to the Greenspot Pledge.

Welcome to The Green Club in Columbus, Ohio. GreenSpot was founded by Columbus mayor Michael B. Coleman, where people in our city go to learn about living and working greener, and commit to doing it - in their homes, businesses, and communities.

Below is a complete list of the commitments I made in my GreenSpot application in making Columbus a healthier, cleaner, and more sustainable city.

My GreenSpot Pledge

Here's how we will conserve energy

* I will replace my regular incandescent light bulbs with high-efficiency compact fluorescent ones.
* I will drive 10 fewer miles per week.
* I will completely unplug appliances after I turn them off.
* I will turn my thermostat up in the summer, and down in the winter, or I will install a programmable thermostat.

Here's how we will conserve & protect water

* I will water my yard only once a week, keeping in mind that 1 inch of rain/water is enough to keep most lawns healthy.
* I will run my dishwasher and washing machine only when they are full.

Here's how we will reduce, recycle and reuse

* I will carry reusable bags when I shop.
* I will choose products that use less packaging and less harmful material.
* I will buy small amounts of items that have a short shelf life and bulk amounts of items that do not go bad quickly.
* I will donate unused or unwanted items instead of throwing them away-and explore thrift stores instead of always buying something new.
* I will recycle paper, steel, glass, and plastic by using my local curbside subscription program.
* I will separate my yard waste (like grass clippings and leaves) from other trash, and leave it by the curb on my assigned day or I will compost it.