New year. New lifestyle. Sounds like a plan, doesn't it? In the spirit of organic products, renewable energy and those fun, little hybrid vehicles that resemble something from Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, we have compiled a list of some great—and simple—ways to go green.

1. Turn off the TV or stereo upon leaving a room.
2. Run ceiling fans on low, or shut off completely and open a few windows for air circulation instead.
3. Switch to green energy if it is available in your area. If not, you can get RECs to offset your energy usage.
4. On hot days, try to run your ceiling fans rather than turn on the AC.
5. Run out of trash bags? Save plastic grocery bags and re-use them around the house.
6. Start a recycling program in your neighborhood, helping to collect and transport plastics, aluminum, etc. to your local recycle center.
7. Encourage your office to recycle paper products.
8. Buy goods in reusable packaging.
9. Try repairing or reusing common household items before tossing them.
10. Buy biodegradable diapers (or really go for the gold by using washable diapers).
11. Reduce your shower or bathing time.
12. Turn off faucets while brushing your teeth and washing your face. Run water only when you need to use it.
13. Use a water-efficient shower head. Look for the EPA's Watersense^® label on all plumbing products.
14. Check for leaks around fixtures and appliances.
15. Properly insulate your water heater.
16. Run your dishwasher only when full.
17. Do dishes the old-school way — a little soap and water works wonders.
18. Buy Energy Star^® appliances to increase efficiency and save on your utility bills.
19. Consider a solar or tankless water heater.
20. Replace incandescent bulbs with compact fluorescent bulbs (CFLs) and use up to 75 percent less energy.
21. Turn off lights and electronics when you leave a room.
22. Put your computer on standby or hibernate mode when not in use.
23. Ditch fancy screensavers, as they use up more energy...and hey, you shouldn't be around to watch them anyway.
24. Set your computer to go into sleep mode after a short period of time.
25. Hire an energy auditor through your energy provider, and determine whether your home is properly insulated.
26. Caulk around window ledges, doors, floor vents, and on the exterior of your home around vents and piping to plug up any air holes or gaps.
27. Use thick curtains to block out heat from the sun during the day.
28. Use dimmers and lamps to reduce wasteful lighting.
29. Get rid of space heaters and radiators — not only are they a safety hazard, but they are also energy guzzlers.
30. On cold days, try bundle up (lots and lots of socks) before you turn up the heat.
31. Hang dry clothes when you can.
32. Wash clothes in cold water whenever possible.
33. Wash and dry full loads only.
34. Upgrade your refrigerator and keep it clean and not overloaded. The more unnecessary items you have stocking your refrigerator shelves, the more energy is used to keep those items cold.
35. Boil only as much water as you need.
36. Simmer foods when possible, which requires less energy than boiling.
37. Only purchase organic products, locally grown if possible.
38. Try lowering your meal portions so that food is not thrown away.
39. Try and avoid the plastic parade by purchasing goods made from recyclable materials.
40. Contact local waste management or city officials to determine safe and non-toxic ways to dispose of household chemicals.
41. Avoid paints that contain toxic materials.
42. Shop for organic cleaning products with biodegradable containers, most of which are available both online and at local retailers.
43. Mix warm water with vinegar or baking soda for an efficient, all-purpose cleaning product.
44. Plan errands ahead of time to minimize driving distances.
45. Regularly maintain your vehicle to maximize fuel economy and lower emissions.
46. Carpool to save gas.
47. Limit use of AC in your vehicle whenever possible.
48. Placing plants in your home helps naturally filter air of harmful carbon dioxide.
49. Water grass at night to increase coverage and decrease burning. Consider installing rain barrels on your downspouts, collecting water that can be used later for irrigation and watering household plants.