Did you know that more bleach and detergent are released into the environment from household waste than during their manufacturing process? Cut down on the use of bleach and detergent whenever you can. For instance, a scrub of cold water and table salt, applied with a cloth or scourer, works as well as bleach on cutlery and breadboards.
Source: 1001 Little Ways To Save Our Planet by Esme Floyd
Don't stop at dusting your mantelpieces and shelves - keeping your light bulbs dust free could help save enrgy as it will increase output and so make them more efficient.
Source: 1001 Little Ways To Save Our Planet by Esme Floyd
Instead of disposable dishcloths that have to be thrown away and replaced every few weeks, choose cotton cloths. They'll stand the test of time and can be washed and reused for months.
Source: 1001 Little Ways To Save Our Planet by Esme Floyd
Silver cleaners can be abrasive and harsh. Make your own cleaner for sterling (not plate) silver by mixing 560 ml (1 pint) of water with a teaspoon each of salt and baking powder and adding a strip of aluminum foil. Drop the silver into this mixture, boil for a few minutes, remove with thongs and polish with a soft cloth. Add lemon juice for really grimy silver.
Source: 1001 Little Ways To Save Our Planet by Esme Floyd