Published on August 5th, 2020 | by Scott Cooney
Along with the heating and cooling and water heater, your clothes dryer is typically in the top three energy users in the home. And compared to the other two, it’s far easier to eliminate many cycles [&hellip... Read More →
Published on August 4th, 2020 | by Scott Cooney
Our company, Pono Home, has been retrofitting homes with energy and water efficiency upgrades for six years now (more than 13,000 homes strong). In that time, we’ve seen tremendous changes in the technology available, especially in [&hellip... Read More →
Published on August 4th, 2020 | by Scott Cooney
You know the feeling – you turn the shower on, stand there for a while with water running over your hand, waiting for it to get hot. Then the phone rings, or you get bored and [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 22nd, 2020 | by Scott Cooney
While HVAC gets a majority of the attention for those of us who look at home energy use, the pool pump deserves its share of the blame as a major energy hog. Energy Star says that [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 16th, 2020 | by Scott Cooney
by Paul Wheaton Once upon a time at a kitchen table in Montana, four people talked about installing a new sink in an off-grid cabin. And then there was the idea of where to route the [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 15th, 2020 | by Scott Cooney
Record breaking heat waves have a way of focusing us on staying cool inside our homes and offices. Doing so in an economical and eco-friendly fashion is a smart move on multiple levels. Window tinting can [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 15th, 2020 | by Sponsored Content
Though the positive impact of wind energy is obvious, developers sometimes find it hard to choose between small and big turbines since the distinguishing features seem obscure. Here are five main reasons why small wind turbines are often a better choice for many... Read More →
Published on July 3rd, 2020 | by Sponsored Content
With endless options, now is the time to invest in building your eco-friendly home or sustainable house. Not only will it be good for the environment, but it will be beneficial to you as well... Read More →
Published on June 2nd, 2020 | by Editorial Staff
CBD has a ton of health benefits. From treating anxiety to helping to cure insomnia, this “miracle” elixir can really do it all. But does skincare make the list of its magical abilities? Some people think so... Read More →
Published on May 28th, 2020 | by Sponsored Content
If you’re looking to live a greener and more sustainable lifestyle then it’s easy to incorporate your values into improving your apartment’s or home’s air quality. There are many things you can do to keep your air clean in an eco-friendly way... 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