Read your appliance manuals for information on how to operate them at peak efficiency. Make sure your home is well insulated, including your attic, doors and windows. Reduce, recycle and reuse - Try to think of the concept of recycling as more than cashing in pop cans. It starts with evaluating what your really need to consume and cutting back. By all means, enjoy the outdoors, but be sensitive to the animal and plant habitats and homes that you're visiting.
Chemicals can have obvious detrimental effects on the environment.
As little as one quart of used motor oil conveniently poured down a nearby storm drain can contaminate 2 million gallons of river or stream water. Storm drains are not part of the sewer system and empty directly into local rivers and streams. Don't use unnecessary chemicals or fertilizers on your lawn. Use organic alternatives whenever possible. If you do feel the need to use herbicides or pesticides, follow the directions carefully and use only as much as needed.