San Diego Sustain

San Diego Sustain acts as a hub for people to share their ideas on how San Diego residents can conserve energy and resources. This section is filled with ideas submitted by the San Diego public regarding sustainability and conservation. If you would like to submit a resource please visit the Get Involved section of the contact page.

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Always turn off lights that aren't in use to save energy

Submitted on May 21st, 2008. by Blaine Slingerland

Use liquid amonia instead of bleach to clean toilets/sinks. It is nontoxic and won't damage the environment.

Submitted on May 21st, 2008. by Blaine Slingerland

Recycle and reuse resources whenever possible

Submitted on May 21st, 2008. by Blaine Slingerland

Reduce the amount of resources that you use. For example: you can use only half a paper towel instead of the whole piece.

Submitted on May 22nd, 2008. by Blaine Slingerland

Use reuseable plates and silverware instead of disposable. This reduces the amount of resources that get thrown away.

Submitted on May 22nd, 2008. by Blaine Slingerland

Become familiar with local eco system before doing any landscaping. You could be destroying a native animal's home without knowing.

Submitted on May 23rd, 2008. by Blaine Slingerland

Help educate others who may not have the knowledge that you do

Submitted on May 23rd, 2008. by Blaine Slingerland