Always water in the mornings or evenings to prevent evaporation. Sweep your driveways and sidewalks instead of hosing them. Conserve energy - We must unavoidably use natural resources to generate energy. When we save energy in our homes and businesses, we are conserving natural resources. In the Pacific Northwest, we get 70 percent of our energy from hydroelectric dams.
Hydroelectric power takes a toll on salmon runs.
When we lower our demand for power, we save ourselves money and maybe save a few salmon. Turn the lights out after you leave a room. 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.