Can I sell my old cell phone?
November 17th, 2020 | by Lilian Koiuchi
We’ve all been there. Maybe our phone is getting a little long in the tooth. Maybe a few scratches and [&hellip
Browsing the "Reuse" Tag
Zero Waste Kitchen: 6 Single Use Items to Replace
August 22nd, 2019 | by Sarah Dephillips
In our zero waste series, we’ve been digging a little more into those famous “3 Rs” – or at least [&hellip
3 Reasons to Buy Used Stuff and 4 Places to Find It
July 30th, 2019 | by Sarah Dephillips
In this part of our zero waste series, we focus on the 2nd of the famous “3 Rs”. This, of [&hellip
Creative Ways to Reuse: 7 Things to Stop Trashing
July 23rd, 2019 | by Sarah Dephillips
In our zero waste series so far, we’ve focused on the first and most effective of the famous “3 Rs” [&hellip
Sharing is Caring: How the Sharing Economy is Reducing Waste
July 15th, 2019 | by Sarah Dephillips
We’ve all heard it, and many of us have said it – sharing is caring! It’s usually a reminder we [&hellip
Zero Waste Living – 6 Ways to Quit Single Use Plastic in Your Grocery Shopping Routine
April 16th, 2019 | by Sarah Dephillips
We all know that plastic waste is becoming an acute problem on land and in our oceans. While many people [&hellip
Shopping without Plastic Bags: 5 Simple Strategies
February 26th, 2015 | by Guest Contributor
If you're not already shopping without plastic bags, we have 5 strategies that will help you make the switch and help you boost your green lifestyle
The Heart of the Home: Green Home Improvement Ideas for the Kitchen
July 14th, 2014 | by Chris Keenan
Remodeling your kitchen is a smart investment. Turn the process green with these four simple tips
Enjoy an Eco-Friendly Christmas
December 5th, 2013 | by Chris Keenan
Christmas time is once again upon us, and with the holiday season comes the massive amounts of waste caused by consumerism. Every year tons of wrapping paper, gift bags and greeting cards go to waste- not to mention the billions of plastic packaging that winds up in landfills once a gift has been opened. In this article we will discuss ways to lessen the damaging impact you’ll have on the planet this holiday season
Tips for Reducing our Reliance on Plastic
June 10th, 2013 | by The Green Divas
The show was all about plastic — the good, the bad, the ugly, and what you can do to upgrade your own plastic habits
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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
— 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 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:
— How To Test And Maintain Your Car’s Tire Pressure
— Water efficiency for the irrigation systems