As summer approaches my mind turns to ways to keep cool. Humans are ingenious creatures and have come up with a variety of ways to stay cool. Of course, some of these are better for ourselves and the planet than others.
So, how do you stay cool without A/C? Here's a list of my favorites:
Drink plenty of cool water
Wear light weight light colored natural fabrics (or nothing at all when possible)
Keep your hair off your neck
Get a hair cut
Wear a wide brimmed hat when in the sun
Soak a bandana in cool water then place around your neck or head
Play in water
Plant deciduous tress around your house. The leaves will keep it cool in summer, while in winter the bare branches will allow the sun to warm your home.
Air-dry your dishes
Avoid using your oven
Keep your windows open to the cool air at night and close them during the heat of the day
Relax in the shade of a tree at a park
Hang out in your basement
Use ceiling fans. Please note that they don't actually cool the room, so please turn them off if no one is around to enjoy the breeze.
So, how do you stay cool without A/C? Here's a list of my favorites:
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