"Capt. JG" wrote in message
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Oh, I forgot to mention that I have solar panels on the house... payback
is about 12 years. Cash flow neutral for the year, cash flow slightly
positive during the summer, spring, fall. Changed most of the lightbulbs
to compact fluorescents. Installed low-e windows throughout. Contribute to
the "green" energy program from the local utility. Improved the house
insulation dramatically, including using cellulose vs. fiberglass in the
attic, and installed radiant barrier. Switched the dryer from electric to
gas... more efficient, less expensive. I think I turned on the AC four
times last summer. I'm not ready to buy a hybrid car just yet, which will
be the next major update in the attempt to be as carbon neutral as
possible. And, I have three vehicles, but the good news is that two don't
get driven much.

Good for you--you are energy conscious. But do you use disposable food
containers--plastic milk bottles, cardboard boxes, plastic condiment
containers, etc.? If so you're contributing to the pollution of the planet.
I realize that foods don't come in reusable containers any longer, but such
things should be considered unless we want to be knee-deep in refuse some
day. Do you change your car's oil? If so, what do you do with the oil?
What do you do with discarded oil filters and air filters?

Also, I volunteer with a environmentally oriented group, which does local
cleanups of the bay....

A good start.

Max