Throughout the Lenten Season, daily ideas for learning or action on environmental issues from "Tread Lightly for Lent" will be posted on our Facebook page and blog. Download the full "Tread Lightly for Lent" Calendar. Share about your journey while Treading Lightly for Lent in the comment section here, or go to the Environmental Ministries Facebook page.
Day 2 action:
Wash clothes with a full load and use cold water. Washing full loads can save 3,400 gallons of water a year. Heating water accounts for 90% of the energy your washing machine uses.
Source: http://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=products.es_at_home_tips_renters10