Published on September 29th, 2009 | by Jennifer Lance
10 commentsIt is common knowledge that carbon dioxide (CO2) is a pollutant largely responsible for climate change. In fact, a new report by the United Nations (UN) Environment Programme finds that climate change is racing towards irreversibility [&hellip... Read More →
Published on September 28th, 2009 | by Stephanie Evans
12 commentsCaring for your clothing properly is good for your clothes and the environment. Your clothes will last longer and typically less energy will be used in their care. Whether it’s hanging up the clothesline for the [&hellip... Read More →
Published on September 26th, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
The Always On Going Green West Conference in Sausalito last week brought together venture capitalists, CEOs and inventors from all sectors of the green sphere. One of the key venture capital firms in attendance was Khosla [&hellip... Read More →
Published on September 25th, 2009 | by Jennifer Lance
1 commentIn the move toward renewable energy, solar energy advocates in desert areas may be facing a “dirty detail”. Across the desert, large solar arrays are being planned, but residents are beginning to wonder just how much [&hellip... Read More →
Published on September 24th, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
GreenTalk Radio host Sean Daily talks with Founder and Editor of LighterFootstep and MoreMinimal, Chris Baskind, about being an eco-publisher and blogger, going car-free, bicycles, and living cheap as the “new green.” Chris spent many years [&hellip... Read More →
Published on September 23rd, 2009 | by Derek Markham
4 commentsIf you ask most people if they like rutabagas, you’ll most likely get a blank stare or “A ruta-what?”. It’s just not a hip vegetable (but it sounds cool). If you’re cultivating a local food diet, [&hellip... Read More →
Published on September 22nd, 2009 | by Derek Markham
Once soil and groundwater are contaminated with fuels, cleaning them up can be both energy intensive and expensive. But researchers at North Carolina State University are working with trees to demonstrate that phytoremediation is a sustainable, [&hellip... Read More →
Published on September 20th, 2009 | by Jennifer Lance
1 commentAs my car ages and needs many repairs to keep running, I am anxiously awaiting the development of plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). Apparently, I am not alone. According to the “Electric Vehicle Consumer Survey” conducted [&hellip... Read More →
Published on September 18th, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
1 commentGreenTalk Radio’s Sean Daily speaks with Ariel Schwartz, a writer and blogger focused on cleantech and related topics. She serves as the editor of Cleantechnica.com, a blogger for TriplePundit.com, and a writer for FastCompany.com. She has [&hellip... Read More →
Published on September 16th, 2009 | by Derek Markham
2 commentsNatural rubber is in high demand by our modern culture – it’s found in 30,000 products, from car tires to latex gloves and condoms – but the traditional source for the latex is under assault from [&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