AT WORK
	Print double-sided and only when needed: Reduce your use of paper 50% or more by changing your printer default settings to print double-sided.
	Recycle and eliminate use of plastics: Use a mug for water, coffee, and tea, and drink from the tap.
	Save electricity by turning off lights and electronics: Consider leaving reminders to turn off lights on the exits of rooms where people often forget.
	Purchase environmentally-preferable office products: from electronics, light bulbs, and briefcases to pens, paper, and desk organizers
	Walk, bike , carpool, or take public transportation: save money, reduce commute time, and lower your risk of disease
	Pack a healthy lunch: save money, make healthier choices, and limit portion sizes.
	Implement a wellness program: reduce absenteeism, and reduce your county’s overall healthcare costs.
	Encourage colleagues to green their offices: have friendly competitions
AT HOME
	Heat and cool your home efficiently: check your air filter, plant trees, and use a programmable thermostat.
	Reduce the amount of mail you receive: Pay your bills electronically and remove your name from junk mail and unwanted catalog lists.
	Use water more efficiently: run full loads, turn off the tap, and fix leaky faucets.
	Improve indoor air quality: test for harmful pollutants and eliminate tobacco smoke
	Save water, avoid pesticides and plant natives in your yard and garden
	Recycle and compost yard and food wastes: enrich soils and prevent runoff pollutants.
	Buy your food from local growers: food from local growers is fresher and more nutritious
	Change the way you prepare and eat food: stock your home with healthier food and snacking options.
	Clean your home with homemade or environmentally preferable products
	Eliminate energy waste: unplug electronics and use energy efficient lighting.
AROUND TOWN
	Drive more efficiently and less often: walk, bike, or take public transportation.
	Carry reusable bags and examine packaging materials
	Reduce meal portion sizes
	Help your community Go Green, Get Healthy
IN YOUR ELECTION CAMPAIGN
	Use public transportation and stage events in geographical order
	Use environmentally-preferable signs and save them for your next campaign.
	Promote your website rather than printing materials
	Clean-up mailing lists to avoid duplicates
	Give green take-homes such as seeds or local produce.
AT NACo CONFERENCES
	Recycle paper, plastic, and cans
	Drink water, diet soda, and 100% juices instead of higher-calorie options
	Use a reusable water bottle
	Conserve water and electricity in your hotel room
	Reuse your conference registration tote bags
	Drop your business card for electronic copies of materials
	Walk to the conference location, or use shuttles rather than driving
	When eating out, be aware of portion size. If entrees are large, share with a colleague