Go Green tips for March 31st

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Here Sarah's groovy green tips for Wednesday, March 31st:

• Did you know that even your computer can be energy star rated? If you’re in the market, do the research first and then buy green!
• Shower power! A full bathtub requires about 70 gallons of water, but taking a five-minute shower saves water by using 10 to 25 gallons. Have trouble cutting that shower short? Set a timer and stick to it!
• Make it a full load! The average washing machine uses 40.9 gallons of water per load. By the way, there are more efficient models, if you’re in the market, a high-efficiency washer needs less than 28 gallons of water per load.

Here’ s some local green news: U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders today announced energy efficiency and conservation grants totaling $5.8 million for 147 schools, towns, and cities across Vermont. The Vermont Department of Public Service and the state Clean Energy Development Fund reviewed applications and recommended the recipients. In Addison County, the grant winners were Bingham Memorial School, Bridport Central School, Bristol Elem School, Leicester Central School, Lincoln Elementary School, Middlebury Union Middle School, Monkton Elementary School, Mt Abraham Union High School, New Haven (Beeman) Elementary School, Shoreham Elementary School, Starksboro (Robinson) Elementary School, Whiting Village School, Town of Granville, Town of Lincoln, Town of Middlebury, Town of Shoreham and Town of Starksboro. Congratulations and a big green slap on the back! I told you, going green pays! The Go Green Ride at Five on 921wvtk.