Conservation in the Home

There are a multitude of things you can do around your home to conserve and protect natural resources. Many of these measures are easy to implement and can save you money. Conserving water, reducing energy use and recycling are just a few ways to consume fewer natural resources and reduce pollution.

Water Conservation

The ways you can reduce water consumption are almost endless. From turning the water off while brushing your teeth to planting a drought tolerant landscape, visit these internet sites for tips on saving water.

City of Spokane Water Stewardship Program Learn how to save water indoors and out. The site includes a sprinkler calculator to help you determine how much water your yard really needs.

Water Use It Wisely Take a water audit of your home, learn how to save water in and around your home, and discover water saving technologies.

Natural Resources Conservation Service Backyard Conservation Tips This site focuses on water conservation in your yard. Learn about plants that require less water, efficient watering techniques, and water saving irrigation systems.

Simple Steps to Save Water Tips from EPA’s WaterSense program.

Water Use Efficiency Program Discover simple steps to saving water and new plumbing fixtures that can help you reach your water conservation goals at this U.S. Environmental Protection Agency website.

H2Ouse Learn how to conserve water at your house and in your garden on this interactive website.

Energy Conservation

A Consumers Guide to Energy Efficiency And Renewable Energy This U.S. Department of Energy website provides a wealth of information to explore your options for saving energy and using renewable energy at home, at work, in your community, and while driving.

EnergyStar is a government-backed program helping businesses and individuals protect the environment through superior energy efficiency. Programs include the EnergyStar labeling program for energy efficient appliances and energy efficient homes. Resources include a list of EnergyStar products for your home.

Home Energy Checkup Provided free for download by the Alliance to Save Energy. You can select from among 14 kinds of energy efficiency and solar energy choices, see how much money and pollution you can save, find out where to get energy efficient products, and get tips on how to act on your choices.

saving energy in buildings This U.S. Department of Energy website focuses on building and operating energy efficient buildings. Resources include links to detailed information on energy saving techniques, from the building envelope to lighting.

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

Spokane Regional Solid Waste System is an excellent local resource for information on waste reduction, recycling, handling hazardous wastes and composting.

Other

Living Green Part of Spokane Neighborhood Action Programs, Living Green encourages people to “tread lightly” on the planet. The Living Green website provides a lot of helpful information, from safe cleaning products to reducing waste.

Eco-Friendly Building The Northwest EcoBuilding Guild is an association of builders, designers, homeowners, tradespeople, manufacturers, suppliers and others interested in ecologically sustainable building. Chapters include one for the Inland Northwest.

Pollution Prevention From the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, a list of do's and don'ts around your home to prevent pollution.

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