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November 2007

Naked shopping

Naked shopping

If you're looking for more activities that you can do in the buff, here's one that saves some resources as well. This year, shop for gifts on your computer at home to save major energy.

Warning: Naked shopping can get drafty - keep a scarf handy so you don't have to turn on the heat.

The Benefits

  • Au natural energy savings. Despite their size, e-commerce warehouses use 1/16th of the energy used to operate retail stores. And even overnight air shipping uses 40% less fuel than the average car trip to the store.
  • Clothes-less convenience. Online, there's no waiting in line, and you can shop 24 hours a day. Plus you can send gifts straight to the giftee, bypassing double-shipping.
  • More (streaker-friendly) selection. You'll find everything from clothing-optional vacation packages to paraben-free sunblock on the Internet.

Feel free to submit photos of your online shopping excursion to the EnergyWise editorial staff and we will consider posting them for inspiration. :)

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