Eco Home Living
Save Water with Composting Toilets
Published on February 22nd, 2012 | by Lynn Fang
Composting toilets are easy, green, and don't smell bad!... Read More →
Children
Klean Kanteen: Replacing Plastics for Every Member of the Family
Published on February 21st, 2012 | by Vivian Nelson Melle
The safety of BPA has been questioned by the National Toxicology Program of the Department of Health and Human Services as well as the Food and Drug Administration. Recently, infant bottles have moved to BPA-free or back to glass. If you are looking for BPA-free replacements for plastic drink containers than look no further. Klean Kanteen offers replacements for plastic drink containers used by all members of your family... Read More →
Food and Cuisine
How to Green Your Diet
Published on February 20th, 2012 | by Sonya Kanelstrand
2 commentsThere is no need to get overwhelmed when you hear the world diet. Thanks to present day mainstream culture that encourages you to indulge mostly on processed and pre-made food, you only need a few adjustments [&hellip... Read More →
Garden and Yard Care
Smart Gardener: Online Gardening Tool Helps You Grow Food
Published on February 18th, 2012 | by Karen Lee
15 commentsAccording to the National Gardening Association, more than 43 million Americans grow food in their gardens. We spent more than 2.5 billions dollars in 2008 and spend upwards of 5 hours a week tending to our [&hellip... Read More →
Green Building/Remodeling
Make Your Own Natural Flour Paint
Published on February 17th, 2012 | by Lynn Fang
2 commentsmake your own paint... Read More →
Activism
Why Environmentalists Care About the Komen Controversy
Published on February 16th, 2012 | by Vivian Nelson Melle
For years eco-minded philanthropists have been researching Komen's products and giving them poor scores on the green front. With some donators wondering where to spend their cancer-fighting donation dollars, it's important to know where your money really goes and which products have potential cancer links. Here's a few reasons why environmentalists care about the Komen controversy... Read More →
Activism
McDonald’s Plans to Get Rid of Gestation Crates
Published on February 15th, 2012 | by Lynn Fang
combating factory farm animal abuse... Read More →
Dining Out
Last Minute Eco-Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas
Published on February 14th, 2012 | by Vivian Nelson Melle
4 commentsForgo the gift cards, chocolates and diamonds because you can still make this one of the vest Valentine's Days ever while embracing Mother Earth. Here are some great last minute Eco-Valentine's Ideas sure to please your sweetie... Read More →
Fashion & Beauty
How Toxic Cosmetics Are Killing Us
Published on February 13th, 2012 | by Sonya Kanelstrand
6 commentsStarting a post about toxic chemicals in cosmetics, I must admit that I used to be your average girl for the majority of my life so far – loving makeup and striving to have perfectly looking [&hellip... Read More →
Food and Cuisine
Silicon Valley Startups Bridge the Gap Between Farmers and You
Published on February 10th, 2012 | by Lynn Fang
Online innovations strengthen the local food economy... Read More →
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Efficiency Resources
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