Published on January 20th, 2021 | by Derek Markham
GreenLivingIdeas partners with companies and individuals who are verified experts in their field. These Trusted Partners are people we may turn to for insights, interviews, and verification of a particular set of assumptions when we are [&hellip... Read More →
Published on January 11th, 2021 | by Guest Contributor
By Jane Marsh If you’re like us, you’re looking for ways to improve your eco-lifestyle as 2021 begins. Here’s an excellent one: resolve to go paperless in the new year! Look around your house – if [&hellip... Read More →
Published on December 30th, 2020 | by Guest Contributor
By Jane Marsh Brrr! We know we aren’t the only ones feeling that winter chill in most parts of the Northern hemisphere this time of year. If it’s getting chilly where you live, you’re probably looking [&hellip... Read More →
Published on December 16th, 2020 | by Sponsored Content
As we’re all well aware, most of 2020 has been consumed by the COVID-19 pandemic, lockdowns, travel restrictions, and curfews. Thanks to the stay-at-home orders in counties and countries across the world, most of us were [&hellip... Read More →
Published on December 2nd, 2020 | by Sponsored Content
An unlikely pairing presents a unique and relevant medium for personal expression, creativity and connection in a year marked by social isolation. This is the premise behind the art contest co-hosted by Art for Activism (AFA) [&hellip... Read More →
Published on November 27th, 2020 | by Guest Contributor
After all the holiday cooking, no doubt you’ll be reaching for that take out menu for an easy meal. Eco-conscious folks raise the question — how can we order a meal without increasing our carbon footprint? [&hellip... Read More →
Published on November 19th, 2020 | by Scott Cooney
Waste is dumb. So let’s get rid of it shall we? With the boom in simplification and decluttering we’re seeing across the country from the “Does it spark joy?” movement, what are some ways that we [&hellip... Read More →
Published on November 19th, 2020 | 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 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 dents, maybe too small a screen for our needs, maybe just a few features short of [&hellip... Read More →
Published on November 7th, 2020 | by Sponsored Content
How is the air quality inside your home or office? If it’s a concern, there’s an easy fix. Make it better with ordinary houseplants and breathe better... 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