6. Be part of a community garden. The American Community Gardening Association (ACGA) has a wealth of information on their website regarding community gardens. Locally, Toledo Grows is a community outreach nonprofit that works toward the continued success of Toledo area community gardens.

7. Whether in your neighborhood or community, volunteering builds relationships and improves the health and welfare of area communities. Visit our nonprofits and charities links here.

8. Educate those around you. By sharing ways that you are saving money and doing things that make sense for the environment, others are able to learn from your experiences.

9. Educate yourself about your lifestyle energy consumption and carbon footprint. There are a number of free tools available that are capable of calculating your energy consumption or carbon footprint. Try this one at http://carbonfootprint.com. Compare your score with your friends, family, and co-workers...who is the largest user of energy?

10. Purchase organic food and support local farm markets. Check out the Farmers Market Association of Toledo here.