Go Green tips for March 17th

Gotta tip you want to share with Sarah and the Go Green Ride at Five? Email her: sarah@921wvtk.com!

Here Sarah's groovy green tips for Wednesday, March 17th:

• As spring is just around the corner we can start talking gardening! Compost helps improve soil so it holds more water and plants grow better. Compost it!
• Proper maintenance reduces waste! Keep your appliances in good working order and follow the manufacturer's suggestions for operation and maintenance.
• Check the weather forecast, first and don't fertilize before a rain storm. Your fertilizer - along with your money - can just wash off your lawn and down the storm drain. Fertilizer runoff can pollute rivers and lakes; and cause problems in recreational areas or fishing grounds.


Planning ahead for spring break travels? Here’s a few ways you can prep your house for your absence and reduce your footprint:

• Pull the plug on any unnecessary appliances - such TVs, VCRs, stereos, toasters, and microwaves. These items can still use energy in their off mode.
• Set your thermostat and water heater at low settings so that energy isn't wasted while you are gone.
• Stop your newspaper or donate the paper to a school while you are gone.