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No-Cost Home Energy Assessment!

You save: 1431 lbs CO2 / $152
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A home energy assessment will reduce your energy costs, improve the comfort of your home, and lower greenhouse gas emissions. Learn more.
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Use More Daylight

You save: 425 lbs CO2 / $18
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Points: 1
 Don't get up - to turn on the lights and earn 1 point for your team. Learn more.
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Grow Your Own Food!

You save: 0 lbs CO2 / $0
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Points: 2
Planting an edible garden can reduce your carbon footprint while providing you with fresh produce! Learn more.
This is an ongoing action.
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Ditch the Extra Fridge!

You save: 1000 lbs CO2 / $100
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Points: 2
Getting rid of an extra refrigerator at home can save money, and help the environment. Learn more.
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Stop Junk Mail - Go Paperless!

You save: 0 lbs CO2 / $0
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Points: 2
Save paper and other resources by canceling your junk mail! Learn more.
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Fill Your Dishwasher and Save

You save: 608 lbs CO2 / $40
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Though large appliances like dishwashers account for a huge chunk of home energy use, when properly maintained and used, they can be more environmentally friendly than hand washing. Learn more.
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Treat Your A/C to a Pro Tune-up!

You save: 3200 lbs CO2 / $100
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Points: 3
By giving your A/C a tune-up, you can help it run more efficiently while saving you money! Learn more.
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Seal Your Ducts!

You save: 2800 lbs CO2 / $250
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Points: 4
Having your air ducts professionally sealed can save you about $250 on your heating and cooling costs each year. Learn more.
This is an ongoing action.
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Laptop vs Desktop - Which One Wins?

You save: 0 lbs CO2 / $204.6
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Laptops are a great computer choice since they use less energy than desktops! Learn more.
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Use your A/C Wisely!

You save: 0 lbs CO2 / $336
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Points: 2
By using your A/C wisely, you can reduce your carbon footprint while also reducing your home energy costs. Learn more.
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