Published on May 22nd, 2019 | by Scott Cooney
We’ve all been there. Standing at your recycle bin and thinking, “Should I take the cap off this bottle or just leave it on and toss the whole thing in? And how clean does it need [&hellip... Read More →
Published on May 21st, 2019 | by Sarah Dephillips
Growing herbs in your kitchen is an overall fantastic idea – it’s aesthetic, healthy, and adds flair to your cooking. Maybe you saw a cute kitchen herb garden idea on Pinterest and went for it – [&hellip... Read More →
Published on May 17th, 2019 | by Sarah Dephillips
Have you noticed that “green” is an increasingly popular marketing strategy? As consumer concern over local and global environmental issues grows, companies are eager to show they’re listening and responding. But if so many companies are [&hellip... Read More →
Published on May 14th, 2019 | by Sarah Dephillips
Zero-waste living is finally catching on, and not a moment too soon! If you’ve ever tried zero-waste grocery shopping, you may have realized that reusable produce bags are a must. Sometimes buying a bunch of stuff [&hellip... Read More →
Published on May 8th, 2019 | by Scott Cooney
You’ve probably at least heard of soap nuts and are interested to try them but have questions about how to use them, what they’re good at (and not good at), and how truly sustainable they are. [&hellip... Read More →
Published on May 8th, 2019 | by Sarah Dephillips
Last week, the United Nations came out with the most alarming report to date about the state of the world’s biodiversity. In short, it’s decreasing at unprecedented rates. And while this may not be a huge [&hellip... Read More →
Published on May 6th, 2019 | by Sarah Dephillips
Want to start your own worm compost (also known as vermicast) bin, but not sure where to start? You’ve landed in the right place. To the beginner, worm composting can seem a little gross (do I [&hellip... Read More →
Published on May 1st, 2019 | by Sarah Dephillips
You may have heard the term CSA, or Community Supported Agriculture as the model grows in popularity. But what is a CSA, and how to you know if CSA membership is right for you? Well, if [&hellip... Read More →
Published on April 30th, 2019 | by Sponsored Content
It’s tempting to believe every aspect of the sharing economy is somehow more sustainable than traditional options. Airbnb and carpooling seem like sustainable alternatives to hotels and taxis. In some ways, they might be. However, there is clear evidence that Uber and Lyft aren’t really that green... Read More →
Published on April 29th, 2019 | by Sarah Dephillips
LED Light Therapy – Helpful or Harmful? A reader recently asked us about the safety of cosmetic LED light therapy in the form of a facial mask. The product is a face mask covered with tiny [&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