#1. When spring cleaning your house…

Not sure what to do with old furniture or other items in your house? For shelves, tables, chairs that are paintable, you can give them a new look and keep them in your house. Instead of dumping your old clothes, you can donate them to charities such as Salvation Army.

#2. When sending New Year greetings…

Send an e-card to express your greetings to friends and business associates instead of sending hardcopies. You'll save on postage too!

#3. When decorating your house to usher in the New Year…

Choose classic designs that can be re-used again next year, so you don't have to wait another 12 years to use your Dragon decorations again.

#4. When making purchases for the New Year…

Buy your goodies in bulk instead of individually-wrapped items as the former will use less packaging materials. Do not use disposable items such as cups, plates and napkins to serve your food. After the feasting, remember to put your empty cans, plastic and glass bottles into the nearest recycling bins.

#5. When making visits to friends and relatives …

Use public transport whenever you can, or carpool with your friends and relatives during house-visiting trips.