Energy and water efficiency Archives - Steps Toward Sustainability

10 easy ways to help the planet

Posted on Apr 13, 2025Apr 13, 2025 by StepsTowardSustainability

Find out 10 easy ways to help the planet, from trying sustainable transportation and dietary changes to reducing waste.

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7 sustainable laundry tips

Posted on Sep 08, 2024Dec 28, 2024 by StepsTowardSustainability

Find out sustainable laundry tips, from washing in cold water to changing up your detergent.

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Turn off the lights! And other ways to lower the environmental impact of lighting

Posted on Jan 28, 2024Jan 28, 2024 by StepsTowardSustainability

Find out tips for remembering to turn off the lights, plus other ways to lower the environmental impact of your lighting.

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The shorter showers challenge: How to take shorter showers

Posted on Nov 12, 2023Nov 02, 2023 by StepsTowardSustainability

Taking shorter showers is a powerful way to reduce pressure on our water supply. Learn tips and tricks for shortening your showers.

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Sustainabili-tea tips: How to drink tea more sustainably

Posted on Oct 15, 2023Feb 23, 2025 by StepsTowardSustainability

A single cup of tea has a surprisingly large environmental impact. Learn how to source, prepare, drink and dispose of tea more sustainably.

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How to stay cool without using an air conditioner

Posted on Sep 03, 2023Nov 25, 2023 by StepsTowardSustainability

Find out tips and tricks to stay cool without using an air conditioner, so that you can beat the heat while reducing your contribution to climate change.