Published on July 30th, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
4 commentsThe success of Club Penguin has spurred a series of new virtual world ideas for children, many of them thankfully address green living. Ecobuddies.com is the latest in eco-oriented online edutainment for kids... Read More →
Published on July 29th, 2009 | by Jennifer Lance
9 commentsIf you are a gardener, your summer garden is probably in full swing. You may be harvesting tomatoes, basil, onions, zucchinis, and even corn, but did you know it is time to plant your winter garden? [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 28th, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
6 commentsIt’s not just the people in America who are becoming energy efficient. Some of America’s most well known buildings are making the transition to green living. It’s probably just as well – the iconic structures of [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 27th, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
Feeling stuck in the yuck today? Maybe it’s time to let perspiration become your inspiration. There are a variety of ways in which your body naturally detoxifies. ‘Sweating them out’ is probably the most common; it [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 26th, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
2 commentsPeople everywhere are always concerned about mercury levels in fish. What’s safe vs. what’s not safe. The landscape…or should we say seascape… of clean and safe fish, has changed vastly over the last decade and shows [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 25th, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
5 commentsA need for green jobs has recently put into focus the need for advanced qualifications in sustainability and green business. While the corporate world focuses on devising strategies to address the business of sustainability, business schools [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 24th, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
GreenTalk Radio host Sean Daily talks with Founder and Editor of Eco Child’s Play, Jennifer Lance, about a host of green topics, including living off the grid, organic gardening and green parenting. Jennifer lives with her [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 23rd, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
Once upon a time, everyone knew when certain fruits and vegetables were in season. But now that we get blueberries from Argentina in January and peaches from Brazil in March, few people can tell the difference. [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 22nd, 2009 | by Jennifer Lance
3 commentsI’ve long been a fan of Willie Nelson and Neil Young and what they have done for the American family farm and the environment. I remember watching the first Farm Aid concert in 1985 when I [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 20th, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
As the summer season approaches, many of us long to spend warm, lazy hours outdoors. But while this might be relatively easy to achieve if you live in the country, how do city-dwellers get their fair [&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