Greenista Girl Brianne decorated her dorm walls with cork squares … they were great for sticking pictures on or her class schedule.

13 Ways to Green Your Dorm Room

Want an A+ in decorating? Turn to the Greenista Girls’ list for 13 ways to make your dorm room the eco envy of all your floor-mates. Psst … spread the word, too.

1.      Sleep on cozy organic sheets.
2.      Pull an all-nighter under CFL bulbs.
3.      Keep some non-toxic cleaner on hand.
4.      Skip the paper towels and use cloth napkins or rags to clean.
5.      Stock your mini-fridge with organic snacks and drinks.
6.      Make sure it’s an energy star version to save 50% of energy use.
7.      Skip the AC and open a window, turn on a fan, or take it outside.
8.      Decorate with vintage décor or bring your fave items from home.
9.      Get crafty and sew curtains, pillows, or a room divider out of old sheets or blankets.
10.   Unplug before bed or while you’re out all day at classes.
11.   Add a plant or two with purifying properties like spider plants.
12.   Keep your computer on the energy saver setting.
13.   Share clothes with your roommate. It’s like doubling your wardrobe.

Written by Greenista Girl Brianne

Photo by Google Images

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When it comes time to move out or upgrade to a larger space, check out local message boards for free or super cheap items. You’ll score and the items will be given a second life … out of the landfill.

6 Responses to “13 Ways to Green Your Dorm Room”

  1. Dale Lips says:

    Just tweeted this. My only change would be to say “organic bamboo sheets” — they are the softest.

  2. Quintessa says:

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  5. Good luck and thanks for the great article.I will are available back again.

  6. Brianne says:

    Hey Dale … bamboo sheets are super soft but there are reports that they used chemicals to get them that soft…kinda defeats the purpose. :(