Recycling
Some grocery stores have stopped using this kind of bag
plastic
Those who have the magic touch in the garden are said to have this
Green thumb
Wash laundry at this temperature to save energy
Cold
Millions of years ago more than 1000 species of this now extinct, often huge animal roamed the planet.
Dinosaurs
Air pollution can trigger allergies and this breathing attack
Asthma
Less than or more than half of North American waste is fit for recycling
More than half
Many medicines come from this type of life form
Plants and animals
If you do a lot of gardening, get one of these to save on your water bill
rain barrel
This USA national bird was once on the endangered species list
Bald eagle
One way to reduce indoor air pollution is to use this pantry ingredient as a natural air freshener in the fridge and on carpets
baking soda
True or False: Waste disposal has decreased since the 1960's.
True! In 1960 waste disposal in landfills was 94%, and in 2015 it was 53%
The appliance in your house that takes up the most energy:
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
China gifts some countries with this once endangered animal
Panda bear
Another way to decrease air pollution is by having some of these in your home!
Plants!
Composting requires air, water, and these invertebrates can accelerate the process.
Worms
This is the term for "stand by power" (a telltale sign is when a light is illuminated but it's not in use)
Phantom power
What can you do to avoid drying all of your clothes in the dryer?
Clothes line!
There is concern that this insect that is known for pollinating thousands of crops, may become extinct
Bees
Instead of using chemical sprays, you can use the basics...
Soap and water!
What are the three "R"s when it comes to the waste disposal cycle?
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
Recycling and composting reduce these emissions
Greenhouse gases
Replace these in your home every 30-90 days. Think furnace room...
Furnace filters!
99% of at risk species are at risk because of...
Human activity
This country contributes the most to the world's carbon footprint
China