Published on November 29th, 2019 | by Scott Cooney
We’ve all been there. You go to parties with some aspect of greenness, whether it’s shooting for zero waste or locally sourced food or any number of other things. Things are going great, but then boom…there’s [&hellip... Read More →
Published on November 26th, 2019 | by Scott Cooney
Teachers provide incredible services to the community. The work is tough, the kids can be little pieces of s**t sometimes, administrators need a lot of paperwork, and parents have expectations of grandeur. The paychecks, however, are [&hellip... Read More →
Published on November 24th, 2019 | by Scott Cooney
We all live in the fast lane and it is very hard to make changes in our daily routine. To make our lives a little easier and to give ourselves some self-care it’s very important as [&hellip... Read More →
Published on November 22nd, 2019 | by Scott Cooney
There is something inherently peaceful about sitting in your backyard, sipping a mug of coffee (or your favorite beverage) and turning your head to see a variety of butterflies enjoying the butterfly garden you’ve created for [&hellip... Read More →
Published on October 14th, 2019 | by Scott Cooney
If you’re considering a new refrigerator, here’s some steps to make sure you get one that saves you money and reduces your footprint for years to come. Step 1. Shop around for a freezer on top [&hellip... Read More →
Published on October 7th, 2019 | by Lilian Koiuchi
We’ve all been there. Maybe our phone is getting a little long in the tooth. Maybe a few scratches and dents, maybe too small a screen for our needs, maybe just a few features short of [&hellip... Read More →
Published on October 1st, 2019 | by Scott Cooney
Here at Green Living Ideas, we love simple, elegant concepts that embody complex systems in a sustainable way. When they also result in a good time, we’re all in! Puzzles, for instance, are a type of [&hellip... Read More →
Published on August 30th, 2019 | by Sarah Dephillips
Next to grocery shopping, eating out can be one of the biggest waste-makers in our day-to-day lives. People eat out for a number of reasons – convenience, to spend time with friends, to experience good food. [&hellip... Read More →
Published on 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 two of the three. That’s because reducing and reusing are great tools in the zero waste [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 31st, 2019 | by Sarah Dephillips
Chlorine bleach has long been used for disinfecting surfaces and for whitening things. The environmental and health hazards of chlorine bleach are fairly well known. Additionally, bleach is hard on your clothing or other textiles, causing [&hellip... Read More →
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