References
For more information about what you can do, explore these resources.
Additional tips on saving water
www.epa.gov/watersense/
Additional tips to fight global warming
www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?fuseaction=globalwarming.showpledgehome
Kid friendly tips to fight global warming
www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=kids.kids_index
Recycling programs in your state
www.epa.gov/epaoswer/hazwaste/id/univwast/lamps/region4.htm
EPA guidelines to clean up broken CFLs (compact fluorescent lightbulbs)
www.epa.gov/mercury/spills/index.htm#flourescent
EPA’s sustainability website
www.epa.gov/sustainability
American Lung Association
Public advocate for clean air as well as the chief source of information and public education on the health hazards of air pollution.
www.lungaction.org
League of American Bicyclists
Through advocacy and education, working for a bicycle-friendly America.
www.bikeleague.org
Earth Island Institute
Supports projects that promote the conservation, preservation and restoration of the global environment.
www.earthisland.org
National Wildlife Federation
Working to protect America’s wildlife since 1936.
www.nwf.org
Rainforest Action Network
Works to protect tropical rainforests and the human rights of those living in and around them.
www.ran.org
National Parks Conservation Association
Fights to safeguard the scenic beauty, wildlife and historical and cultural treasures of the largest and most diverse park system in the world.
www.npca.org
Audubon Society
Dedicated to conserving and restoring natural ecosystems, focusing on birds and other wildlife for the benefit of humanity and the earth’s biological diversity.
www.audubon.org
World Wildlife Fund
Leads international efforts to protect endangered species and their habitats.
www.worldwildlife.org
Energy
Information on renewable-energy technologies, energy facts and figures, and resources for further learning.
www.eere.energy.gov
www.nrel.gov
www.repp.org
Lawn and Gardening
Provides assistance in the cultivation and preservation of native flora with directories of suppliers, helpful organizations and specific plant information.
www.plantnative.org
www.plants.usda.gov
Global Warming
Overview of critical topics related to global warming with links to more resources on each topic.
www.climate.org
The surest and fastest way to find a second home for acceptable quality items you no longer have a use for is to give them away for free. Post items, or look for things yourself, at this site organized by city.
www.freecycle.org
Travel
Find travel opportunities that benefit local communities and preserve the environment.
www.ecotour.org
Waste Management
Tips for managing and disposing of common wastes such as household hazardous
wastes, consumer electronics, and automotive wastes.
http://www.epa.gov/osw/conserve/materials/index.htm
It’s Easy Being Green: A Handbook for Earth-friendly Living
Crissy Trask’s guide is the source for all of the green living tips on this site.
http://www.gibbs-smith.com/searchproducts.cfm
