Lots of people say it’s difficult to Go Green, that it entails way too many complex details. But it doesn’t. It’s easy, one step at a time you can GO GREEN. Let’s start with your kitchen!

If you haven’t started, the kitchen would be a good start. Wouldn’t it? Many people spend lots of time in their kitchens, I spend tons of time in my kitchen. I cook, clean, entertain and relax in my kitchen. I know it sounds crazy but my family has always been surrounded by the kitchen, and so am I. Here are 5 great tips about Going Green with your Kitchen.

1. Your Dishwasher- Alexan Solmar is proud of their appliances. It is “greener” than older dishwashers. Use your dishwasher and use it well! Dishwashers made since 1994 get dishes cleaner and use less water (if your dishwasher is full).
2. Fridge Thermometer- Buy a fridge thermometer (about $10) and keep your fridge’s temperature between 36F and 38F. For the Freezer, 0F and 5F.
3. Bottled Water- Get rid of it. Buy a re-usable water bottle and drink up on that, over and over. Your pocket will thank you and so will the Earth!
4. Your Sponge- Give it a second life. Toss it in a small pot of boiling water for 5 minutes. It sterilizes the sponge and its easy!
5. Lightbulbs- Replace your kitchen lightbulb with a Compact Fluorescent.