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I’m trying to do everything a little bit greener at the moment – just like everyone else I know. This blog documents my progress and airs my ungreen laundry so I’m embarrassed into doing things a little bit better.

I’m tracking my electricity and seeing what makes a difference. I thought this was such an easy and useful thing to do that I’ve roped in some help and am trying to make a website where people can track and improve their electricity use. The website is at http://www.tryingtobegreen.com and I’ll also be using this blog to show the ups and downs of making a socially conscious Web 2.0 website.

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  • 1. Shaunah  |  February 4, 2009 at 7:33 am

    Hi,

    I love your website and your effort. I have connected with you via Twitter. I am Run41Planet.

    Your individual concept is similar to Run For One Planet of having individuals start making changes for the good of our planet. We believe the “small steps add up”. This is why Matt and Steph are running 11,000 miles!

    Please visit our website and commit to an action challenge! http://runforoneplanet.com/actionchallenge.php

    Cheers, Shaunah

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  • 2. Melanie  |  July 13, 2009 at 7:22 pm

    …and I thought I was the only person trying to be greener but feeling overwhelmed (and a little inadequate)!

    I first got inspired by the http://www.storyofstuff.com/ – and for the last few months have really been trying to buy less, reuse, recycle etc.

    So I thought I would start a blog. Even if it just allowed me to track my own progress; and this is how I came upon yours… I wanted mine to be called ‘trying to be…’!! So I love your name!

    Anyway, I feel a little less alone in my quest and have a little more hope that maybe if we all change a bit, we could change a lot!

    Look forward to hearing how you get on,

    Thanks, Mel (Cambridge, UK)

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