Sustainability at Home

LiveGreen ambassadors are focused on sustainability at the Med Center, but below you can find a list of resources for those new to the sustainability community in Omaha, how to become more sustainable in your home, or a variety of resources based around our key indicators. 

Energy 

• OPPD has a list of energy efficiency tips, as well as an electricity usage calculator and other information. 

Water 

• World O! Water is a free, annual event that also has valuable information about water pollution, prevention, and conservation ideas available on their website. 
• Natural Resources Defense Council has tricks to save water. Be sure to read Conan O’Brien/Andy Richter’s bit on water conservation: “Being lazy has its benefits.” 

Engagement 

• Connect with others and find out about local events through Green Omaha Coalition.
• Go to this site to learn about the local chapter of the Citizens’ Climate Lobby, a nonpartisan grassroots advocacy organization.

Transportation 

• To view progress on Omaha’s Rapid Bus Transit (ORBT) system or map out a bus route, go to the Metro Omaha site.
• Check out the Art Bikes you can rent from Heartland Bcycle or view the map to find a bike near you.

Waste & recycling 

• Hillside’s Compost Club is a great way to reduce your waste and environmental impact; they also provide resources about composting at home.
• Keep Omaha Beautiful maintains a resource page with facts on everything from recycling and household hazardous waste to their online “school” on Nature in Your Neighborhood.