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Green tips for renters

By Tiffany Hsu, Los Angeles Times
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Living green is possible even if you rent. Here are some tips for an eco-friendly apartment:

• Use biodegradable trash bags.

• Run the dishwasher full, then air-dry the dishes.

• Put aerators on faucets to save water.

• Buy chemical-free cleaning supplies. Or make your own. Use vinegar and old newspapers to shine windows. Scrub countertops with baking soda.

• Help your refrigerator stay cool by cleaning the coils regularly and locating it far from the stove.

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• Grow your own fruit and vegetables in a window box or in pots.

• Unplug small appliances when they’re not in use.

• Chuck kitchen leftovers into a composter to convert waste to fertilizer.

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Tiffany Hsu

Tiffany Hsu is a former staff writer for the Los Angeles Times. Previously, she wrote about the California economy, fast food, restaurants, retail and alternative energy for the Business section. A Bay Area native, UC Berkeley graduate and eternal Nor-Cal fan, she once worked for the San Francisco Bay Guardian. She also did a stint at the Richmond Times-Dispatch, where she developed a passion for sweet tea. She still has faith that someday she’ll find two economists who agree.

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