Leap for Green, an annual Mercer Island Earth Day celebration, is less than two months away. The third annual event offers a chance for families to learn how they can work toward conservation and earth-friendly habits. Yet Islanders do not have to wait until the April 24 celebration to make ecological efforts. Below are several Web sites that can help citizens start living green.

• Compare your energy usage at My PSE Account on PSE’s Web site:

www.pse.com/Pages/default.aspx

• If your usage is at or above average, Mercer Island’s Green Ribbon Commission has 10 ways to reduce energy usage in your home:

www.mercergov.org

• Energy Star also has information on conserving at home:

www.energystar.gov

• Water conservation is another easy way to help the earth. For information, visit:

www.wateruseitwisely.com

• The City of Seattle offers plenty more tips on living green at its Office of Sustainability and Environment Web page:

www.seattle.gov/ENVIRONMENT

• And if you just want to get out into nature and breathe some fresh Northwest air, visit:

www.kingcounty.gov/recreation/parks.