Kill a Watt Giveaway Winner
October 22nd, 2011 | by Karen Lee
We have a winner for the Kill a Watt Giveaway! The winner is It’s Kristina from The Greening of Westford! [&hellip
Monthly Archives: October 2011
Eek-O-Friendly Halloween Ideas
October 21st, 2011 | by Lynn Fang
Green your Halloween this year by trying some of these DIY upcycled decor ideas, composting your pumpkin, and making some deliciously vegan spooky Halloween treats
Creative Reuse of Packaging
October 20th, 2011 | by Sonya Kanelstrand
Reducing waste is one of the main concerns of modern society. In a strive to minimize industrial processes and maximize the fun of everyday life a Costa Rica University implements possible creative reuses and implementations of what before went straight to the trash
Fluoride: Friend or Foe?
October 19th, 2011 | by Lynn Fang
Earlier this month, Pinellas County in Florida banned fluoride in their water supply. What's the deal with fluoride? Is it good or bad
Fun Eco-Friendly Apps for Green Living
October 18th, 2011 | by Vivian Nelson Melle
Living an eco-conscious life can be difficult, luckily smart phones are turning the tide with apps that do much of the [&hellip
Kill a Watt Review and Giveaway
October 17th, 2011 | by Karen Lee
I live in the Northeast and as you might have guessed, my monthly electricity bill in winter months can feed [&hellip
Blog Action Day 2011: Rising Food Prices
October 16th, 2011 | by Karen Lee
Today is Blog Action Day and World Food Day. Food prices increased by 25% this year. With world population increasing every year, we have to educate our communities about food and the effects our habits have on the planet that affect food supply and prices.
How to Start a Worm Bin Compost
October 14th, 2011 | by Lynn Fang
Even though it’s almost winter, you can still start a worm bin compost in your home. Here's how!
Corporations to Kick Out of Your Kitchen
October 13th, 2011 | by Vivian Nelson Melle
While there is an unfair advantage benefiting the rich, there are a few changes that can make a difference in what fills your fridge and pantry. Here are just a few ways to ease the stress on your pocket book by breaking corporate control of your kitchen
Cold Prevention Tips
October 12th, 2011 | by Guest Contributor
Everyone loves the holidays and all the goodies that come with them, but no one loves the common winter cold. Here are a few preventive tips for the common cold.
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Lighting
— How to Use a Light Meter to Set Appropriate Light Levels
— T8 Plug-And-Play LED Linear Bulb Options
— LED vs. CFL vs. Incandescent light bulbs
— True Cost of LEDs
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Kitchen Efficiency
— Energy Efficiency for the Kitchen
— How to Install a high-efficiency cache aerator
— How to Clean Your Refrigerators Condenser Coils Or Fan
— Setting the Temperature in Your Fridge/Freezer for Maximum Efficiency
— Energy efficiency tips for the refrigerator and freezer
— Installing a High Efficiency Faucet Aerator
— 9 Energy Saving Tips For Efficient Cooking
— Refrigerator and freezer Temperatures: Find the ideal temperatures and humidities for efficient operation
— 5 Natural Remedies for Deodorizing a Refrigerator
— Natural Cleaning RecipesBathroom Efficiency
— 4 Tips for Energy Efficiency in the Bathroom
— How To Install A Water Efficient Shower Head
— Test The Flow Rate Of Your Kitchen Or Bathroom Faucets
— Replace the Wax ring on the toilet
— Replace the flapper valve on the toilet to eliminate leaks
— How to Install a Toilet tank bag
— Install high Efficiency Shower heads
— Changing The Sink Aerator
— Check the toilet for water leaks
— How To Install A Shower Flow Valve Adapter
— Green Product Review: 1.0 gallon per minute faucet aerator from Niagara ConservationHVAC Efficiency
— Energy Efficiency for Window AC units
— How to clean the furnace motor for efficiency
— Efficient furnace filters
— How To Insulate Your Attic Duct System Step by Step
— How to Insulate Your Electrical Outlets
— Weatherstripping 101
— How To Install A Filter Whistle On Your A/C Unit
— How To Insulate Old Windows Without Buying New: Energy-Saving Window Inserts
— Check (and fill) insulation gaps using a laser thermometer
Laundry & Appliance Efficiency
— Make Your Computer More Energy Efficient
— Setting the Temperature in Your Fridge/Freezer for Maximum Efficiency
— Energy Saving Tips for Washing Machines & Dryers
— How You Can Save Money By Cleaning Your Home Appliances
— How To Clean Your Dryer’s Lint Trap, Screen And Vent
— How to clean a lint vent using the LintEaterYard & Garage:
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