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Appliance Rebates Available for Low-Income Homeowners
The program now includes eligible low-income homeowners who purchase ENERGY STAR water heaters, refrigerators, dishwashers and clothes washers.
Water Quality Talks Rage On
The state, county commissioners, and south county residents all discussed where to go from here to clean up the groundwater.
OHV Trail System Debate
The rules for using off-road vehicles on public lands are about to change, and the Sierra Club wants riders to look out for off-road trail damage.
Wind Power
Oregon is one of the top states for expanding wind energy projects
Green Bills
New bills target climate change in Oregon
Walden Explains No Vote on Energy Bill
Less than 24 hours from a vote on an energy bill in Washington, U.S. Congressman Greg Walden stops at the KOHD Studio to explain his opposition
Green Tips
Conserve Water
When rinsing dishes under running water, use a large bowl to catch rinse water. Keep a 5 gallon bucket near sink to empty water into as you rinse. Then take water outside to use for plants.
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Use Less Fuel
Carpool, bike, walk or use public transportation when you can.
Don't Waste
Produce less trash. Use recyclable products, such as fiber shopping bags and glass food containers, go paperless and compost food waste rather than trashing it.
Save Energy
Change light bulbs, appliances, TV's and computers to those that have earned EPA's ENERGY STAR rating. Adjust heating and cooling by two degrees. Turn off lights when you leave a room.
Water saving
While you are waiting for the water to get warm enough to get in the shower, put a plastic 5 gallon bucket in there to catch the water and use it for plants, flushing the toilet, pet water, etc.
Energy Crisis Answers - as easy as 1 - 2 - 3 +
To reduce my electric heating bill recent years, I wear ONE warm hat indoors, TWO pairs of heavy socks and THREE jerseys and sweaters.
Be Water Conscious
Conserve water by turning off the faucet when you brush your teeth, checking the toilet for leaks, landscaping with succulents and native plants that require less water, and using low-flow fixtures.
Recycle and Buy Recycled
Check with your local recycling program to learn what materials are accepted, then take steps to keep recyclable paper, cardboard, glass, metal, electronics and plastics out of your trash.
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