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Sold Price

List Price

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$696,382

$699,000

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Chapel Hill

$545,000

$550,000

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Flint Creek

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$529,000

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Fenview Estates

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$525,000

98%

Beacon Hill

$540,000

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Flint Lake Estates

$500,000

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97%

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Hawthorn Woods Country Club

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Highland Pines

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96%

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Fairhaven

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96%

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LIFESTYLE LETTER

APRIL 2020 PUBLISHER

Michael Beightol | michael.beightol@lifestylepubs.com EDITOR

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WHEN I ORIGINALLY WROTE THIS IT WAS A BEAUTIFUL BLUE-SKY DAY. A few days later all our days darkened due to the Coronavirus pandemic. In rapid succession we saw things go from bad to worse. We’ve put into place contingency plans to ensure the regular delivery of SW Lake

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Lifestyle. While we’re all cooped up in our respective homes, we hope that the pages of this magazine provide a respite from scary times and a foreshadowing of a return to sunnier days. As we all cope with the situation please remember that kindness, patience and sharing all go a long way to getting through this. Together. For regular updates please be sure to visit our Facebook page (Facebook.com/ SWLakeLifestyle). We’ll share posts from our valued clients and trusted local authorities. If possible, patronize local businesses through online purchases and food delivery or pick-up options. Behind every locally owned business there’s a family that needs our support during especially trying times.

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Every year in our April issue we focus on ways to reconnect with the Earth and

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appreciate the gifts our planet gives us. How can you show your thanks? When

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normalcy returns—and it will—maybe join a neighborhood cleanup, shop a farmers’ market or check out some new, sustainable brands popping up in local shops. Things are always better when each-and-every one of us does our part. Stay calm and carry on.

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Team Relationships Help These Working Women Succeed The term “work-life balance” is more meaningful for women whose lives actually reflect that concept. At the Trotter-Gempeler Investment Group of Wells Fargo Advisors, this team of financial advisors is putting those words into action every day. The fiveperson group, three of whom are working mothers, pays equal attention to success in the workplace and on the home front. “As working mothers, we are called to be more focused and disciplined in service to our clients,” says Amy Trotter, Managing Director – Investments. Trotter was recently recognized by Working Mother Magazine as a 2020 Working Mother Top Wealth Advisor. She’s also been recognized by Forbes as a Top Financial Advisor in Illinois. Financial Advisor, DeAnna Klokkenga has a daughter, while Senior Client Associate, Vee Onsouvanh and Trotter each have three

children. The team includes Senior Vice President – Investment Officer, Brad Gempeler, a father of three, and Client Associate, Zachary Dalzell.

Clients are family, too “Just as every child has a unique personality, every client has a unique situation and individualized goals. We help accommodate that by using the firm’s Envision® investment planning program to keep an eye on many aspects of their long-term picture,” says Klokkenga. Collectively, the team has more than 93 years of experience helping to meet the wealth management needs of clients. The first steps rely on forming a personal relationship with a client in the development of an appropriate plan.

“It’s gratifying to form deeper personal relationships that acknowledge how important families are to us. Guidance might include education funding, Roth IRAs and estate planning strategies. It helps that we’re experiencing similar planning needs for ourselves and our children,” Trotter adds. Occasionally, Trotter-Gempeler offspring can be found in the office pitching in or helping out at client events. Here’s where they see what a professional woman looks like in action. “As working mothers, we value the flexibility to take care of our clients, our families and ourselves. We want to show other young women how they can serve as financial professionals and balance varying aspects of their lives, too,” she concludes.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE APRIL 2020 FEATURES 12 Seeds for Thought Editor Stephen Neilson Provides Insights on Getting a Garden Green and Growing with Locally Traded Seeds.

18 Inspiration from the “Planet People” Stories from Folks Living Lives of Sustainability.

24 Go Green for a More Sustainable Planet Six Practical Ways to Treat Mother Earth a Little Better. Some of These Tips Are Easy on the Wallet, Too.

28 Home Automation Saves Energy, Adds Value and Improves Lifestyle Erick Olech Says Now’s the Time

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24 DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

Good Times

Around Town

Healthy Lifestyle

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GOOD TIMES 1.

Everything Expo Draws Another Big Crowd on Sunny Leap Day Crowds poured into the annual Everything Expo presented by the Lake Zurich Area Chamber of Commerce. With scores of local businesses participating, fans of the Expo had the chance to browse a big collection of booths offering everything from home services to health and beauty. About 1200 locals visited the Expo at Concorde Banquets on a brilliantly sunny Leap Day.

1. Avalon’s Bonnie Conte (2nd from left) and her cast of Super Heroes welcomed guests. | 2. Stacy Adams (left) and associates from Blue Jay Paint & Blinds. | 3. Charlie Shimkus & Dave Skupien. | 4. Michael Beightol (SW Lake Lifestyle) and Sandra Frampton (@Properties). | 5. Tom Poynton, Lake Zurich Mayor. | 6. Superheroes rule! Audrey Koch, Jasmine Slattery & Rachel Poffenberger. | 7. Little Miss greeters melting hearts with their smiles. | 8. Lake Zurich Florist’s booth was popular. | 9. Sgt. Andrew Sieber, Mayor Tom Poynton and Chief Steve Husak.

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AROUND TOWN

BUY LOCAL TO SUPPORT BUSINESSES IMPACTED BY CORONAVIRUS

INNOVATIVE CRIMINAL JUSTICE PROGRAM COMING TO LAKE COUNTY

Buffalo Creek Brewing instituted curbside

Just 13 counties across the country were selected

pick-up for their variety of beers made in

to participate in an 18-month County Justice Peer

Long Grove. To support the brewer as well as

Learning Network through the National Association

many other businesses impacted during the

of Counties (NACo); Lake County is one.

Coronavirus shutdown the Lake Zurich Area

Teams of justice and health and human services

Chamber of Commerce opened a Restaurant

stakeholders will work with subject-matter experts

Guide on its website (LZACC.com) listing local

to explore and develop strategies at the intersection

establishments offering take-out, curbside and

of mental health and racial and ethnic disparities.

delivery options. A wide range of local busi-

After 18-months, accomplishments will be distilled

nesses—and the families and area workers they

into a report highlighting best practices for counties.

support—were dramatically affected by the

The program is part of the John D. and Catherine T.

statewide drive to comply with social distanc-

MacArthur Foundation’s Safety and Justice Challenge.

ing. SW Lake Lifestyle encourages everybody to “Think Local – Buy Local” when needing to purchase meals, beer and spirits, gift items, toys, clothing, jewelry, and other goods and services, especially from family owned businesses that have lost revenue during mandated closures.

TEXTILE RECYCLING DEBUTS IN BARRINGTON Nearly 17 million tons of textile waste is created annually, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. The Village of Barrington hopes to make a dent in that number. Starting in April at no additional cost to residents the village will partner with Simple Recycling to provide curbside recycling of used clothing, shoes and accessories (textiles). A mailing will be sent to homeowners from Simple Recycling which will provide bright orange

WAUCONDA CHAMBER CELEBRATES OPENING OF NEW HYDROPONIC GROWER TAKTABLE FARMS

bags for textiles to be set out next to the regular

WACC members recently celebrated the open-

recycling cart on Fridays. Full bags will be replaced

ing of Taktable Farms, an aquaponic farm located

by Simply Recycling drivers with every pick-up.

at 1205 Karl Court Suite 108 in Wauconda. An

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indoor facility that can grow year-round in rapid

sustainably,” he said. “Antiques are the ultimate

crop cycles based upon its natural aquaponic

reusable furniture.”

growing method, Taktable’s products contain no

Heath’s trade warehouse/showroom (202 James

herbicides, no pesticides, no chemicals, and no

St., Barrington) offers a wide variety of traditional fur-

dirt or grit, providing a new local source for fresh

niture and English antiques. “We welcome working

lettuces and greens, with a range of additional

with anyone concerned about reducing their carbon

products planned for availability at select Farmer’s

footprint,” Heath said. “Our furniture stands the test

Markets. Potential customers and local restau-

of time.” Learn more at CaledonianInc.com.

rants interested in forming partnerships can reach Taktable at 586.770.6457.

TAKE STEPS TO PROTECT YOUR HOME FROM COSTLY FLOOD DAMAGE After a very wet summer and fall in 2019, river levels in Lake County reached record highs, according to Lake County Board Supervisor Craig Taylor. Snow melt in February and March brought stream levels up with more seasonal precipitation on the way. The National Weather Service cautions that higher risks of flooding will continue this spring. That means all Lake County residents need to address flood preparedness now. For flood-proofing tips and information go to LakeCountyIL.gov/3510/Flood-Information.

ARE ANTIQUES THE ULTIMATE IN REUSABLE GOODS? For decades the mantra for anybody seeking a greener life has been “Recycle, Reduce, Reuse.”

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ments you’d like to see included in our Around Town

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

seeds for thought EDITOR STEPHEN NEILSON PROVIDES INSIGHTS ON GETTING A GARDEN GREEN AND GROWING WITH LOCALLY TRADED SEEDS.

WHEN THE CALENDAR FLIPS TO APRIL WE KNOW SPRING IS ON THE WAY. It’s also when many local gardeners are excited to see their early-nurtured seeds growing indoors, and thoughts turn to acclimating them to the outdoors and getting them growing in their gardens to produce the harvest of amazing vegetables, herbs and beautiful flowers to come. As someone who considers a garden to be good for the soul, I’m also happy knowing that the time I put into it is my own way to eat more local. Whether it’s a garden plot brimming with color or a big bowl of leafy greens on the kitchen table, if it’s from my own garden I know I’m doing my part to live life a little more sustainably. Last year I discovered something quite remarkable available to home gardeners right here in Lake County; a swap which involves trading of seeds from vegetables, flowers and fruit grown locally by gardeners like me.

"Faye", with its first bloom (of 40 to come) opening; with Lisa Neilson.

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ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY STEPHEN NEILSON

In February, a surge of seed-seeking souls converged on the 4th Annual Seed Expo, sponsored by the Round Lake Area (RLA) Garden Club. From humble beginnings the expo has grown to be a collaboration involving Master Gardeners, various area gardening and land preservation organizations, the Solid Waste Agency of Lake County and the University of Illinois Extension. This year the free seed swap had more than 10,000 packets of seeds available to attendees. Expert advice and resources were shared, and enthusiastic gardeners Teddy Bear Sunflower (homegrown from seed).

of all levels of green-thumbness made selections from thousands of lovingly assembled seed packets. Also getting into the act are Fremont Public Library and the Round Lake Area Library. In Round Lake, Library Trustee Carolina Schottland said: “The RLA Garden Club resulted from a series of community and stakeholder meetings where we realized we could grow our ‘Library of Things’ to include more than just books.” Jumpstarting the Seed Expo at its inception was a donation from the non-profit Seed Savers Exchange (SeedSavers.org). “They give away a fabulous seed saving book, some seed saving equipment, and about 40 packets of seeds, to help generate seed swaps, seed libraries and seed saving across the nation,” Schottland recalled. “After seeing this I wanted as many people as

2020 Seed Expo.

possible to have access. Our first Seed Expo had about 75 attendees and we were thrilled.” In year two the library’s executive director, Jim

Organic Rosso Sicilian tomatoes from Seed Savers Exchange.

DiDonato upcycled old card catalogues to store donated packets. “Our second Seed Expo doubled the first year’s attendance, and we knew we’d need a much bigger space moving forward. Our new site, the Round Lake Beach Cultural and Civic Center, allows us to dream big. The 2020 Seed Expo involved 10 community partners and drew about 350 people.” For home gardeners seeking to grow plants directly from seed Schottland offered sound advice: “You have to plan ahead. Certain plants have to be started inside many weeks before frost dates and can only be placed outside when temperatures are in a certain range. These seedlings (started inside) need attention regarding light, water and nutrients. When moving them outside, you need to acclimate them. At first this can seem overwhelming, so it’s not a bad idea to start a garden with garden-center plants, which are generally healthy and acclimated. “The advantages, however, of starting from seeds, especially when getting them for free, is you get way more bang for your buck,” Schottland said. “You often have access to more varieties of plants. It’s also exciting as there are many things you can start indoors as early as CONTINUED >

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE (CONTINUED) Faye's crown in early September.

Chitelpin peppers from seed.

February, so it makes spring seem right around the corner. My recommendation is to reach out to your local Extension office for information; you can search for Lake County Extension Master Gardener information on-line and even find it on Facebook. Additionally, if you’re uncertain about keeping something alive inside, just start with seeds that you can direct sow, meaning you put the seed directly in the garden and watch it grow. This works with many quick-growing, cool-loving plants, such as radishes, peas, arugula, beets and spinach. You can also direct sow warmth-loving plants like corn and beans. Then, supplement them with plants from a garden center, such as tomatoes and melons.” Personally, taking advantage of the Seed Expo’s kickstart last year, I was thrilled to grow and harvest hundreds of various peppers, tomatoes, squash, greens, and herbs in containers. We also had several varieties of flowers new to my family. I saved their seeds to get a freeand-fast running start on this year’s garden. We also committed to harvest seeds to share with the seed-saving community. Notably, one of the seed packets we got from the expo sprouted like Jack’s beanstalk: it was a giant sunflower which grew to more than 13-feet tall with 40 distinct blossoms on a single stem. Initially dubbed “King Kong,” after seeing how beautifully it bloomed, we renamed it “Faye” and she served as our garden centerpiece well into October. Although donating seeds back to the RLA Seed Library isn’t required, it’s encouraged, as an act of “paying it forward.” If you attend next year’s Seed Swap, be sure to check the flower-seed section, where you may find (if you come early) a few seed envelopes labeled “Daughters of Faye…” and to quote Paul Harvey, “Now, you know the rest of the story.” 14

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Hot to trot!

YOU’RE NEVER TOO YOUNG TO PLANT GOOD SEEDS According to Regina Schauer of the Wauconda Library, “We help cultivate a learner, plant a seed, nurture the sprouts, and have our kids take home the beginning of a garden.” Schauer shared how she and a colleague, Kelly Marsch, recently held a program for 4 and 5 year olds called “Little Sprouts.” Meeting for three weekly one-hour sessions, Little Sprouts combined a fun and educational story time with children planting their own seeds (tomatoes, peas, and zinnias) in pots, decorating plant stakes and water cans, seeing their seeds sprout and then taking their plants home at the end of the program to be planted in their own gardens. “The kids enjoy seeing their own plants transform, and love taking something substantial home at the end,” Schauer said.

RLA Library Seed Library.

“THE ADVANTAGES, HOWEVER, OF STARTING FROM SEEDS, ESPECIALLY WHEN GETTING THEM FOR FREE, IS YOU GET WAY MORE BANG FOR YOUR BUCK”

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ARTICLE JENNY BEIGHTOL, MICHAEL BEIGHTOL, CHARLIE SHIMKUS PHOTOGRAPHY STEPHEN NEILSON

THREE STORIES FROM FOLKS LIVING LIVES OF SUSTAINABILITY

ANDY MICHAELIS + owner ALL AMERICAN RECLAIM UPCYCLES MATERIAL SO CUSTOMERS CAN USE IT FOR YEARS TO COME.

WHEN HE WAS A KID ANDY MICHAELIS PLAYED AS

Now a walk through All American Reclaim is like a stroll through

MUCH BASEBALL AS ANY OF HIS FRIENDS, BUT

history. In neatly arranged rows reclaimed lumber and live edge

HE “WAS ALWAYS HAPPIEST JUST BEING IN OUR

planks soar toward high ceilings. Michaelis’ team includes carpen-

GARAGE BUILDING STUFF.”

ters and furniture makers who create future family heirlooms for

Now after a career as a local carpenter and living in his

customers. Other salvaged goods - handles, knobs, plates, hinges,

hometown with his wife, Eileen, raising a family in a house

brackets and more - invite casual browsers or craftspeople looking

his father built, Michaelis owns a growing business called

for that special something. Artfully displayed antiques, decor and

All American Reclaim in Lake Barrington.

other reclaimed products are upfront in the showroom with delight-

About 20 years ago a homeowner had an unusual request; she wanted to use recovered barn wood.“ Older

ful treasures at every turn, including many representations of chickens scattered about (just like chickens in a barnyard).

woods offer so much more than newer cuts,” Michaelis

At its core All American Reclaim is an upcycler, taking material out

says. “The grain is typically richer, and boards are harder

of the waste stream so customers can use it in homes or businesses

and really straight.”

for years to come.

That client request prompted the next part of Michaelis’ career. The Great Recession caused Michaelis to go all in

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PLANET PEOPLE (CONTINUED)

RELIEVE ECO-ANXIETY BY TAKING THREE EASY STEPS TO HELP THE PLANET.

JENNY BEIGHTOL + planet protector

wildlife and humans. Thankfully, there are many plastic-free alternatives for your household. Replace shampoo bottles with shampoo bars (found at Lush) and opt for silicone, dishwasher-safe Stasher bags instead of plastic sandwich bags. Startups like Blueland offer eco-friendly kits that include dissolvable tablets of cleaning solution and reusable bottles to help reduce the plastic that gets into the waste stream. Offset carbon emissions from air travel: Every time we fly, car-

From micro-plastics in the oceans to catastrophic fires, our planet

bon dioxide (CO2) is released into the atmosphere trapping heat.

is suffering. To ease “eco-anxiety,” there are actions Earth dwellers

Carbon offsets are financial contributions to projects that help

can take to make a positive impact on their planet’s future.

reduce greenhouse gases and balance out environmental damage

Eat local: Have you ever considered the fossil fuel used to get that

from air travel. Terrapass.com is a handy site that makes it easy to

mango to your neighborhood grocer? When you shop at farmer’s

convert miles flown into dollars to donate. Cool Effect, a nonprofit

markets, not only are you supporting local producers but also low-

bringing the best global carbon projects to one platform, endorses

er-impact ways to put food on your table. Many farmers at markets

a range of initiatives and makes donating easy. Carbon offsets don’t

do certified organic growing and minimize the waste and pollution

solve the problem entirely, but until 100% renewable energy fuels air

through solutions like on-site composting. One great option is Green

travel, it’s an action we can take to reduce our carbon footprint.

City Market, a year-round market featuring local family farms. Ditch plastic: Most plastic is never recycled. The plastic used for packaging typically ends up in landfills or in waterways harming 20

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About the Author: Jenny Beightol is a Chicagoan committed to a more sustainable lifestyle.

CHARLIE SHIMKUS + energy consultant Charlie Shimkus (L), with homeowner Bill Moylan.

SOLAR POWER REDUCES OUR DEPENDENCE ON FOSSIL FUELS WHILE PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT.

handle only a limited amount of this activity; as more people go solar, this limit is reduced. When an area fills up it is closed to additional A home that gets around four peak sun hours is considered a good

installations. Solar system leasing eliminates an outlay of cash. If a

location for solar panels. In the end it really doesn’t matter whether

home meets specific criteria a solar company installs, maintains and

there are cloudy, rainy or snowy days since the company I work with,

insures the panels. The homeowner benefits from cheaper energy.

Vivint Solar, offers guaranteed production from their systems.

Crain’s Chicago Business reported last October that ComEd

Solar panels work best when facing south and west. North and

prices rose to their highest level in four years with rates likely to con-

east facing panels are less effective, but still contribute to overall

tinue rising. Leases give a homeowner fixed, predictable payments

energy production. Small systems (5 kW) run about $15,600 or

with pricing that locks in at the very beginning. You may not realize

$11,544 after a 26% Federal Investment Tax Credit. A larger system

it, but every one of us pays part of our electricity bill so that others

producing 10 kW could run $31,200 (or $23,088 after the credit).

can go solar. That means we all bear the cost of paying for others to

Note that in 2021 the federal credit drops to 22%. There are also

go solar every month.

incentives from the State of Illinois. Because of net metering, a homeowner sends excess power back to the grid and banks it for later use. The electrical grid, however, can

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GIVING BACK

SIX PRACTICAL WAYS TO TREAT MOTHER EARTH A LITTLE BETTER. SOME OF THESE TIPS ARE EASY ON THE WALLET, TOO.

go green for

a more sustainable planet DESPITE HEROIC EFFORTS IN THE FIGHT AGAINST CLIMATE CHANGE, TRENDS AREN’T SLOWING. The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) reported last year that “the physical signs and socio-economic impacts of climate change are accelerating, as record greenhouse gas concen-

been a warming trend that’s lasted for 20 years with

trations drive global temperatures towards increasingly dan-

“exceptionally high land and ocean temperatures over the

gerous levels.”

past four years.” We’ve seen roughly a 12% rise in carbon

According to WMO, one of the key indicators of global warming includes a record-breaking sea-level rise. Also, there’s

dioxide levels just since 1994, according to the 2018 WMO Statement on the State of the Global Climate. But global warming isn’t our only threat. Scientists

have also long warned us of the decline in our natural world with one million animal and plant species at risk of extinction. During the warmer months, we contribute to global warming and damage to our planet in ways that differ from colder seasons. The good news is that when warmer weather arrives in SW Lake Co. it’s the perfect time to implement some sustainable personal strategies. Not only are these habits better for the planet, but most are better for your wallet, too. Resolve to implement the following go-green tips this year.

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TRANSPORTATION: Make nearby errands or Writer Kimberly Blaker turns down her thermostat.

visiting family and friends a part of your exercise regimen. Walk or ride a bike. For more distant treks, use public transportation if possible. ELECTRICITY: Run heat-producing appliances such as the dishwasher, oven and dryer at night to reduce air conditioning use. When the weather cooperates dry your clothes in the fresh air. Keep summer heat out of your home by closing window coverings where direct sunlight comes in. This will reduce the need for air conditioning. Then open window coverings away from the sun to allow light into your home. Turn up the AC a few degrees. At night, use a fan in bedrooms. That way, air conditioning can be set at a higher temperature and you’ll still sleep comfortably.

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GIVING BACK (CONTINUED)

“THE PHYSICAL SIGNS AND SOCIO-ECONOMIC IMPACTS OF CLIMATE CHANGE ARE ACCELERATING, AS RECORD GREENHOUSE GAS CONCENTRATIONS DRIVE GLOBAL TEMPERATURES TOWARDS I N C R E A S I N G LY D A N G E R O U S L E V E L S .”

WATER: During the summer cut back on water-

BUY USED: Garage sales and flea markets

ing your lawn—or better yet, eliminate it alto-

abound throughout the warmer months. You

gether. When you do water, do it only after dusk.

reduce both your and others’ impact to the

This will maximize your yard and plants’ ability

planet by buying and using goods that would

to use the water, therefore reducing the amount

otherwise fill up our landfills.

and frequency of watering needed. Another option is to plant large areas of

CHEMICALS: During warmer seasons, many

ground cover. Many of these plants don’t require

folks use a variety of chemicals to treat lawns

water other than rainfall. Research drought-tol-

and plants, on top of pesticides to protect

erant plants, too.

against mosquitos. Look for green products that don’t negatively impact our environment or the

SHOP LOCAL: Farmers’ markets are great

people and wildlife around us.

for buying locally grown fruits and veggies. By doing so, you reduce the use of fossil fuels and pollution that results from products shipped to

About the Author: Kimberly Blaker is a freelance

stores over great distances. Another option is

lifestyle writer.

to plant a backyard garden or participate in a nearby co-op garden.

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