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Do you use energy-safe Christmas decorations?

For the first time since 1955, the city of Chicago will be using one single Christmas tree instead of 113 small trees stacked up to 90 feet high, according to WGN News. The small tree was donated by the Weivoda Family in Palos Heights, and I support Chicago's decision to be more economical with our city tax dollars.

Chicago's 2009 Christmas tannenbaum tree is going to be decoratedd with 7,000 energy-saving lights to show its support of going green. This is not only a good idea to encourage other Chicago Christmas consumers to use energy-safe ornaments, but it's also an effective way to save much needed money. 

According to the Sun Times, the tree is under 60 feet and can fit under Chicago's el train.

The Christmas lighting ceremony will be on Wednesday, Nov. 25, at 4:30 p.m.