THE RANCHO VERDE GREEN FEED
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| Topo Ranch believes that greener pastures lead to a brighter future. That's why you'll start seeing more and more environmentally responsible products from The Ranch. We don't claim to be experts in going Green, but we do know that little things can add up and make a difference. |
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We also found out that we are already doing a few things right. We buy organic and free range when we can and we always shop farmers markets rather than grocery stores. If you haven't found your local farmer's market it's worth scouting out. We've found the produce much fresher and more interesting. And believe it or not, supporting your local farmers actually reduces carbon emissions. We've started this web page to keep you informed as we go on this journey ourselves. We'll post tips from time to time and let you know how we're doing. Below you'll find some ideas that have worked for us as we've started making The Ranch environmentally-friendly.
Greener pastures WILL lead to a brighter future for all of us!
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The Rancho Verde List to Better Living
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When possible walk, ride or skate. More exercise less carbon emissions. |
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Shop locally. Support your farmer's markets. |
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Buy organic when possible. |
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Change your light bulbs to CFL light bulbs. |
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Reuse your shopping bags, even when buying clothes. |
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Turn your lights off when you're not in the room. |
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Sign up and participate in Earth Hour. |
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Unplug your mobile phone charger when not in use. |
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Turn off your computers when you go to bed at night. |
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Contact your electric company and switch to green power. |
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More to come...
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