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Today, more than ever, the world needs to become eco-friendly. As temperatures rise, water supplies diminish and landfills reach capacity, we can all do our part to help our planet survive. While it may seem overwhelming at first - it's really not, if we work together. Watch CBS8 for It's Easy To Be Green" tips that will encourage us to help save the planet. Here are some of our tips that you will see on CBS 8.

Chula Vista Green Businesses Tip Suggestions

Green Tip
It’s easy to be green. All paper and cardboard can be recycled. It’s as easy as throwing them in the correct bin! A helpful tip from Chula Vista Clean Businesses. Live green, shop green.

Green Tip
It’s easy to be green. Switch to a low-flow shower head and save hudreds of gallons of water per month. A helpful tip from Chula Vista Clean Businesses. Live green, shop green.

Earth Friendly Products Tip Suggestions

Green Tip
Water outdoor gardens before sunrise or after sunset. This ensures the soil will soak up the water to feed the plants. A helpful tip from Earth Friendly Products.

Green Tip
Use natural insecticides like garlic, chrysanthemum and marigold to deter bugs from eating your fruits and veggies! A helpful tip from Earth Friendly Products.

City of San Diego Think Blue Tip Suggestions

Green Tip
Report storm water pollution. Call the 24-hour Think Blue hotline at 619-235-1000 or report online at thinkblue.org.

Green Tip
Help reduce flooding by sweeping your gutters and keeping storm drains free of trash. Only rain should go in a storm drain. A helpful tip from Think Blue San Diego.

 

  • Helping the planet doesn't have to mean making big changes. These seven no-fuss, nearly instant tweaks to your everyday life will help your family go green the easy way.

  • Winter is quickly approaching and the holidays are in full swing once again. This year, try celebrating using a few green ideas and give yourself and Mother Earth a gift.

  • Alternative modes of transportation can benefit your health, save you money and even lead to new friendships (hello, carpool buddies!).

  • You want to be green, but it's hard to know the difference between reusing and recycling. Fortunately, it's not that complicated.

  • Ready to make some eco-friendly changes, but not sure where to begin? Start with the things you do each day: chores!

  • A more eco-friendly load of laundry not only supports the environment, but also extends the life of your family's clothes.

  • Love your mate and Earth this Valentine's Day by going green.

  • Thursday, October 14 2010 1:30 PM EDT2010-10-14 18:30:21 GMT
    Steve Sall moved forward on uneven, rocky terrain in his motorized wheelchair and came to a stop at the edge of a sweeping vista of ponderosa pines and bright pockets of yellow wildflowers.
    Steve Sall moved forward on uneven, rocky terrain in his motorized wheelchair and came to a stop at the edge of a sweeping vista of ponderosa pines and bright pockets of yellow wildflowers.

  • These 6 tips make it easy to help the planet without digging deep into your wallet.

  • Want to get the kids involved in saving the planet? Start by teaching them the four R's.
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