I see a lot of whining about gas and other energy prices, but not a lot about what you can do to reduce fossil fuel consumption. Reducing your demand for energy means you save money immediately, and it will also help reduce our reliance on fossil fuels in general. [a thread]
Reduce your use of plastics. Up to 10% of the crude used in the US is used to make plastics. Use recyclable materials instead. Aluminum is recyclable.
Make sure your tires are properly inflated. The U.S. Department of Energy says that for every 1 psi missing from your car's set of 4 tires, you lose 0.1 percent of your gas mileage. And your tires will last longer.
Clean out your trunk. An extra 100 pounds in your vehicle could reduce your fuel economy by around 1%.
Open your windows and turn off the air conditioning.
Use your microwave more and your stovetop less, especially if you have a gas stove.
Plan your trips. Combine tasks requiring transportation. Plan the shortest distance you can take.
What suggestions do you have?
Obvious ones I left off the list. Use public transportation when available. Carpool. Avoid using expensive fuel in pointless protests like truck convoys.
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