Steve S.

Among other things, I use Amtrak to commute even though I COULD fly. Ever think about energy use at airports and terminals? Also, I do spend time in Mexico where local agriculture is often the norm, i.e. tropical fruits and vegetables and even seafoods are transported much smaller distances. Fresh isn't the word for it!

Mexicans now have solar powered payphones (actually cell phones) on poles at corners that accept coins and cards both. When there I am saving money by paying the customary Mexican bonus to my housekeeper as she finds fresh fruits and veggies for me and brings them as she cleans. I should mention that local water supply guys often use electric trucks to deliver water in downtown areas. Many trucks use natural gas for fuel. The biggest savings for me is to not indulge in pointless driving as in the US. Taxis are cheap and a way to discover that the drivers brother does electrical work. Mexican recycle and seldom throw out anything usable.