Office of Sustainability

What Residents Can Do:

What Can You Do To Be More Sustainable?

There are many ways you can become more sustainable at home, and save money in the process. The Office of Sustainability hopes that residents can use the resources provided here to help lead to a greener lifestyle, and to help save money and energy for themselves, and the county.

Fact Sheets:

Check out the following fact sheets to help you on your way:

Green Cleaning Tips (PDF): Read about the different types of harmful chemicals found in many household cleaning products, and the safer alternatives readily available.

Green Driving Tips (PDF): Find out how to change your driving habits that will help you save gas and money, and emit less pollution while driving.

Common Green Myths and Questions (PDF): Read about misconceptions and common questions about going green.

Green Your Holidays (PDF): Read about ways to be environmentally friendly over the holiday season in addition to saving money and energy.

Sustainability For Kids!

Climate Change for Kids: Check out the EPA's Climate Change site with games and information for kids.

Energy Information for Kids: Have your children learn about how energy works, including what it is and the forms it comes in.

Kids Saving Energy: Games, tips, and facts for kids who want to save energy!

Additional Resources For Residents:

Carbon Footprint Calculator: Try this fun interactive carbon footprint calculator to see how much land area it takes to support your lifestyle.

EPA Water Sense: Provides tips on how to save water in your home.

Energy Star: Energy Star is a government-backed program helping businesses and individuals protect the environment through superior energy efficiency.

Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay: Learn about programs and projects aimed to help protect the bay.

Maryland Commission on Climate Change: Climate Action Plan: Learn more about Maryland’s initiatives to prepare for likely impacts of climate change in Maryland.

Department of Energy: Governmental department whose mission is to advance energy technology and promote related innovation in the United States.

National Geographic’s Green Guide: Provides tips on how to "green your life" and live healthier.

How Green Are You Quiz: Test how environmentally friendly you are!

Green Business News: Learn about what business' are doing to become more green.

Nature Conservancy Carbon Footprint Calculator: Check out the Nature Conservancy's carbon footprint calculator to find out how you are emitting carbon from your daily activities.

Disclaimer: This information is offered as guidelines. Links to various sources are included when available. Baltimore County does not endorse nor recommend specific products.

Revised February 17, 2010