The indoor air can be five times more polluted than outdoor air due to common cleaners which can cause health issues like asthma and headaches. Using natural cleaners like baking soda and vinegar which are chemical-free can reduce toxins. Homes contribute more to global warming than cars because energy used at home typically comes from fossil fuel power plants. There are ways to cut energy use such as using energy efficient light bulbs, appliances, weatherizing homes, and installing solar panels. Recycling also reduces harmful waste.

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2. The air indoors can be five times as polluted as the air outside, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. the cleaners we use to maintain spruce, germ-free interiors can induce asthma attacks, spark headaches, and in some cases are linked to cancer. You may cut down on such toxins by buying and using products that are free of harmful chemicals whenever possible. Common household materials such as baking soda and vinegar can be used for cleaning instead.

3. The average home actually contributes more to global warming than the average car. This is because much of the energy we use in our homes comes from power plants that run on fossil fuels.

4. Cutting Down on Energy Use There are many ways to cut energy use, including replacing incandescent light bulbs with compact fluorescent bulbs; buying energy-efficient home appliances; caulking and weather-stripping homes; and installing solar panels for heating and cooling. Recycling paper, glass, and plastic cuts down on harmful waste.

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