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Using screensavers wastes energy and money. Make sure that when not in use your school's computers default to standby mode and that they are…

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Studies have shown that 93 percent of Americans buy food they never use, so only buy as much as you need, then use it. We throw away millions and…

Look, you've probably heard this a hundred times by now, but it's true. Tap water is fine, and in many cases, purer than some bottled water. If…