A Dozen Ideas for a Greener Home Simple changes around the house
can also make a big difference for the environment. With
inspiration from Jordan’s friend Stephen Hennessey’s In Pink
magazine, here are some suggested changes that we all could
afford to do: 1. Change your incandescent light bulbs to compact
fluorescent. Here’s an idea that’s really caught on, but it’s a
no-brainer since fluorescent light bulbs burn 12 times as long
as regular light bulbs and consume 50 to 80 percent less energy.
Install full-spectrum fluorescent light bulbs, which are even
better for the environment than compact fluorescent. Full-
spectrum lights effectively emit the same kind of light that
streams from the sun, as well as ultraviolet rays, which makes
this type of lighting extremely healthy since UV light causes
the body to produce vitamin D. Full-spectrum lights are more
yellowish and also are easier on the eyes, causing less
eyestrain. 2. Bring your own shopping bags or reusable canvas
bags to the health food or grocery stor