November 12th, 2011 | by Guest Contributor
The benefits of living off the grid can be very rewarding for those who are willing to make the adjustments. Now that we have lived off the grid for four years, the benefits of this lifestyle far outweigh any “comforts” that city life had to offer. We have completely embraced our way of life and the long term benefits that come from living off the grid
July 5th, 2010 | by Zachary Shahan
The WorldWatch Institute is a stellar independent research organization helping to create “an environmentally sustainable society that meets human needs.” [&hellip
June 17th, 2010 | by Zachary Shahan
Want to be a green cyclist? Forget the cycling apparel and go naked! That’s what thousands of riders around the [&hellip
June 10th, 2010 | by Zachary Shahan
About 300 oils spills a year occur in the Niger Delta. In fact, a large one from an ExxonMobil pipe [&hellip
May 28th, 2010 | by Zachary Shahan
A new survey conducted by footwear company Timberland, the “2010 Timberland Eco-Love Survey“, shows that men are looking for eco-friendly [&hellip
May 3rd, 2010 | by Zachary Shahan
$19 billion each year is no small change, not even for New York City. Residents of the Big Apple save [&hellip
April 22nd, 2010 | by Zachary Shahan
I heard years ago that traffic was the number one public complaint. In that light, the following information may not [&hellip
April 15th, 2010 | by Zachary Shahan
You probably have a handful of options in your community for what you can do on Earth Day. Hopefully, each [&hellip
April 12th, 2010 | by Zachary Shahan
My professional training as a city planner is without a doubt part of the reason this topic idea caught my [&hellip
March 24th, 2010 | by Zachary Shahan
Ever need to have something shipped and wish you knew of a great green (or cheap!) shipping service? An online [&hellip
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
— Outdoor lighting Options
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 Recipes
Bathroom 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 Conservation
HVAC 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 LintEater
Yard & Garage:
— How To Test And Maintain Your Car’s Tire Pressure
— Water efficiency for the irrigation systems
