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
Browsing the "upcycle" Tag
Cleaning Out the Cosmetics Closet, Sustainably
July 30th, 2018 | by TerraCycle
It’s easy to start cleaning out the cosmetics closet by tossing empties and throwing out expired cosmetics. But in a world awash with plastic pollution, taking small extra steps to divert these items from landfills and towards something more useful is something beautiful you can easily do for the world
Twinlab Launches National Recycling Program
March 9th, 2018 | by TerraCycle
The Twinlab Supplement the Earth Recycling Program is open to any interested individual, school, office, or community organization. Participation is easy: sign up on the TerraCycle program page and mail in your waste using a prepaid shipping label
Here Are 7 Ways Make Your Last Minute Halloween Scramble One for Good
October 27th, 2017 | by TerraCycle
Tips from TerraCycle to make your Halloween super sustainable (and still totally fun)!
Your Sustainability Story: Michael Fox of Objet D’Fox
October 9th, 2017 | by Guest Contributor
Michael Fox of Objet D'Fox makes upcycled products made from plastic waste. Learn about how and why he started his business, and what he sees as the future for this company.
5 Last Minute Upcycled Halloween Projects
October 27th, 2016 | by TerraCycle
Make the most of Halloween with this fun upcycled Halloween projects from TerraCycle!
DIY Ideas: Coffee Tables And More From Wood Or Metal Scraps
September 28th, 2015 | by Guest Contributor
Wood or metal scraps can inspire your creative side Since I have been writing about using repurposed wood or metal scraps, [&hellip
Best Thrift Stores in San Francisco
July 2nd, 2015 | by Guest Contributor
We've spent weeks filling up our home with goods from the best thrift stores in San Francisco, and here's our list to help you green your home too!
Vertical Gardening Grows Up in Small Spaces
July 1st, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
Today Green Living Ideas features another post from our permaculture expert Jami Scholl. Check out Jami’s other posts about combating [&hellip
Companies we love: The Base Project (and a Giveaway!)
March 18th, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
Namibia is home to an expansive landscape, fantastical wildlife and thriving tribal cultures. Yet the nation is also plagued with [&hellip
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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