Published on August 17th, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
1 commentArchitecture firm LOT-EK, is known primarily for building Puma City, a 11,000 square foot store made out of 24 shipping containers. The City is currently on a world tour. Now the firm is setting its sights [&hellip... Read More →
Published on August 16th, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
1 commentScientists have accidentally discovered a macromolecule that traps carbon dioxide. Accidents happen- and sometimes accidents turn out to be important discoveries. Alexander Fleming discovered the anti-bacterial properties of penicillin in 1928 after leaving a petri dish [&hellip... Read More →
Published on August 15th, 2009 | by Derek Markham
When people think about environmental blogs, the name TreeHugger is always one of the first to mind. They’re the 800 pound gorilla of the green world on the web, publishing huge amounts of environmental news and [&hellip... Read More →
Published on August 13th, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
11 commentsGoing green has become an important priority for schools all over the country. While teachers and administrators are doing plenty to instill green values into school curricula and infrastructure, the best place to teach kids what [&hellip... Read More →
Published on August 11th, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
The energy efficiency trend has picked up speed throughout the various levels of our community. In its latest effort to encourage community-wide energy efficiency, GreenQuest, a web-based energy efficiency tool, has launched a campaign called the [&hellip... Read More →
Published on August 10th, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
4 commentsWhite roofs might not be in vogue but apparently they can positively impact climate change... Read More →
Published on August 7th, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
1 commentGreenTalk Radio host Sean Daily speaks with Tom Schey, President of Minimal Productions. Schey on building LEED Platinum certified, high-end green homes using minimalist architecture and SMART home design. In addition to environmentally conscious features, homes [&hellip... Read More →
Published on August 5th, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
2 commentsRecently the U.S. government announced that it is accepting applications for a piece of some $3 Billion in government grants to develop renewable energy projects. The grants are intended to make direct payments to companies in [&hellip... Read More →
Published on August 3rd, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
3 commentsYou buy something, bring it home, unwrap it, and toss the package in the trash can. On garbage day you put it all into a bigger trash can out on the curb and the magical garbage [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 31st, 2009 | by Jennifer Lance
4 commentsThe Car Allowance Rebate System, aka “Cash for Clunkers”, has been a huge success! Congress initially appropriated $1 billion dollars for this program that helps “consumers buy or lease a more environmentally-friendly vehicle from a participating [&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