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Revision as of 17:41, 18 January 2024
Welcome to the Simplicity Wiki!
Please help contribute to the Internet's repository of knowledge on simple living.
Main Topics
Some ideas of where to start:
- Energy:
- Reduce consumption:
- Turn off lights and electronics when not in use.
- Unplug electronics when not in use.
- Use power strips with on/off switches for groups of devices.
- Air dry clothes instead of using a dryer.
- Take shorter showers.
- Lower your thermostat in winter and raise it in summer.
- Invest in energy-efficient appliances.
- Switch to renewables:
- Consider solar panels or renewable energy credits.
- Use a clothesline for drying.
- Switch to LED light bulbs.
- Reduce consumption:
- Be mindful of transportation:
- Walk, bike, or take public transportation when possible.
- Carpool for work or errands.
- Maintain your car for optimal fuel efficiency.
- Waste:
- Reduce consumption:
- Buy only what you need and avoid impulse purchases.
- Buy in Bulk to reduce packaging waste.
- Choose products with minimal packaging.
- Borrow, rent or make items yourself instead of buying them.
- Plan your meals to minimize food waste.
- Compost food scraps and yard waste.
- Reuse and repurpose:
- Use reusable shopping bags, mugs, and water bottles.
- Find creative uses for old items before throwing them away.
- Donate unwanted items instead of discarding them.
- Recycle and compost properly:
- Learn what your local recycling program accepts and sort your waste accordingly.
- Start a compost bin for food scraps and yard waste.
- Reduce consumption:
- Resilience:
- Build skills and knowledge:
- Learn basic home repairs and maintenance tasks.
- Grow your own food or join a community garden.
- Learn how to conserve water and other resources.
- Strengthen community ties:
- Get involved in local sustainability initiatives.
- Build relationships with your neighbors and support each other.
- Share resources and skills within your community.
- Be prepared for emergencies:
- Have a disaster plan and emergency kit ready.
- Stay informed about local weather and hazard warnings.
- Learn basic first aid and survival skills.
- Build skills and knowledge: