Modern dishwashers are designed with energy and water efficiency in mind. If used properly, they use less water and energy than hand-washing your dishes. Here are a few things that can increase the efficiency:
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If you live in a country that allows you to vote for your government leaders, it is very important that you make sure you are registered, do your research on the candidates and issues, and then VOTE! In the US, the process can start nearly a year before a major national election. Primary elections or caucuses choose the candidates that will appear on the ballots, so if you want to affect which candidates get onto the ballot, you need to get involved early. Do your research on the candidates and don’t rely on what the 30-second TV commercials tell you. Remember that the local government officials also have a big impact and give the local candidates and issues the same scrutiny. Some things to consider:
There are several reasons to conserve water. In dry areas of the world, water is a precious resource in short supply. However, even in less dry areas, water conservation is important. Many large cities import water from other locations. This can cause environmental changes in the areas that supply the water because water is no longer available to the plants, animals, and humans that live there. In addition, per the www.nrdc.org website, the collection, distribution, and treatment of drinking water and wastewater nationwide (in the US) consume tremendous amounts of energy and release approximately 116 billion pounds of carbon dioxide (CO2) per year -- as much global warming pollution each year as 10 million cars. Energy is used to get the water to the plant that treats it to make it safe to drink. Energy is used to pump the water to your home. Energy is then used to treat the water after it goes into the sewer at your home. Ideas to consider to help conserve water (and energy);
Monterey Bay Aquarium maintains a website that is packed with information on choosing seafood that will help maintain a healthy ocean. According to the website, ninety percent of the world's fisheries are now fully exploited, over-exploited or have collapsed. Fish farming, when done using sustainable methods, can help supply the world’s demand for seafood without negatively impacting the ocean environment. However, some fish farming practices are also damaging to the ocean environment. The seafoodwatch.org website provides extensive lists and information to help you choose sustainably caught or farmed fish so you can help the ocean stay healthy.
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