Published on April 27th, 2010 | by Zachary Shahan
Ok, you may have already had the intuitive notion that the forests of the world benefit human health, that we rely on them even. However, a recent World Wildlife Fund (WWF) report makes the connection a [&hellip... Read More →
Published on April 26th, 2010 | by Guest Contributor
1 commentThis week Taiwan announced their intention to create 50 “low-carbon villages” by the end of 2011. According to Taiwan’s Environmental Protection Agency (TEPA), the plan is to recruit two or more village-level districts in each city [&hellip... Read More →
Published on April 22nd, 2010 | by Zachary Shahan
3 commentsI heard years ago that traffic was the number one public complaint. In that light, the following information may not come as a big surprise. However, with the traditional American dream being a big house in [&hellip... Read More →
Published on April 21st, 2010 | by Susan Kraemer
1 commentThe Mickelson ExxonMobil Teachers Academy is “a camp where teachers go and learn about math and science through fun ways!” All free of charge! We are so lucky to have ExxonMobil Teacher Camp! A wonderful one-week [&hellip... Read More →
Published on April 20th, 2010 | by Guest Contributor
3 commentsWe all use power- but how much are we really aware of how much? And how often do we leave lights and appliances on without realizing it? Two new projects aim to raise that awareness through [&hellip... Read More →
Published on April 19th, 2010 | by Jennifer Lance
2 commentsEarth Day is around the corner, and unfortunately, this day makes me cynical and snarky. Perhaps it’s from years in education seeing teachers make token gestures to celebrate the day, or perhaps it is from years [&hellip... Read More →
Published on April 16th, 2010 | by Susan Kraemer
4 commentsSeventeen countries that together account for about 80 per cent of global greenhouse gas emissions will meet in Washington on April 18 and 19th to cover emissions targets and climate adaptation financing. The mini climate summit [&hellip... Read More →
Published on April 15th, 2010 | by Zachary Shahan
9 commentsYou probably have a handful of options in your community for what you can do on Earth Day. Hopefully, each of them would be beneficial to the planet and to yourself. Most environmental organizations or activists [&hellip... Read More →
Published on April 14th, 2010 | by Susan Kraemer
4 commentsAfter years of unfunded delay, a study by the National Research Council was recently unveiled that compares the hidden costs of energy from oil, natural gas and coal, looking mostly at the health costs from air [&hellip... Read More →
Published on April 13th, 2010 | by Guest Contributor
2 commentsIn Brazil’s growing soy market, environmentalists are shifting their messaging to farmers from saving the environment to increasing their bottom line, reflecting a larger change in the way the connection between the market and the environment [&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