Ecological Footprint & how we live green

As a winner of the 2010 eco footprint contest with the lowest overall carbon footprint of SJSU students who participated in the contest I want to share some of the things we do to keep our footprint low. Although I was the "winner" it is really a team effort between Robert and me.

• grow veggies in our yard. there is nothing like going outside to pick dinner.
  
• shop at the Berkeley Organic farmer's market--bring our own bags
• time of use: we have our PG&E set up for time of use. So we pay a lot less because we only use the washing machine & vacuum cleaner before noon or after 6 pm
• solar panels on the roof
• solar hot water heater
• double paned windows
• insulation in the walls
• offset travel with Native Energy
  
• plant trees via The Green Belt Movement
• recycle everything. we just canceled our garbage service because we didn't have any!!!! we are currently sharing with a neighbor who also produces very little waste.
• we both drive a Prius. yes, we also walk places and take BART, but truly, a hybrid vehicle is a pretty decent way to go. our next car will be electric

There is much more. Let us know if you have any questions.