Miramar Landfill

The best way by far to lower the planet's need for water is water conservation. Using less water has a chain reaction effect by using less energy for heating water and treating sewage. Using less water, especially hot water, also saves electricity which in turn saves water because the production of electricity itself uses a good deal of water.

When most people think of recycling, they think about recycling things such as aluminum cans, plastic water bottles and plastic grocery bags. But in reality, you can recycle almost anything. Here is a list of 53 common things you can recycle.

Lower your impact and save money by making small changes in your home to make it more efficient. Use the interactive house below to see how you can save energy and money in and around your home.

Find state run recycling centers near you.