5 Tips for a Greener living

1. Use fluorescent light bulbs. Yes, they're more expensive than incandescent light bulbs ($2 vs. $.50), but switch out your incandescent bulb for compact fluorescent bulbs (CFLs) in your house, and you could save up to 30 percent on your energy bill.

2.  Going to the supermarket? Opt out of the paper/plastic debate and bring your own canvas tote bags.

3. Unplug phone chargers, computers, and other electronics when not in use. Things plugged into an outlet draw some electricity even when not turned on. 

4. If it's clear that a train or other barrier will block your vehicle for more than 30 seconds, turn off the engine. An idling vehicle burns more fuel than a simple restart. And you won't be polluting when the engine is off.

5. Proper insulation and sealing small gaps around your home will provide noticeable savings in your overall electricity consumption.