Published on July 17th, 2009 | by veronicapeterson
7 commentsMove over mobile homes, container living is here to stay. Once confined to scrap metal yards or landfills, shipping containers are quickly becoming the darlings of the modern architectural world. Easily transportable, widely available and practically [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 16th, 2009 | by Jennifer Lance
2 commentsRecently a friend visited with fresh organic blueberries her family had picked at a local farm. The pie she made was scrumptious, and the family experience was certainly quality time. As a child, the only farm [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 15th, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
1 commentGreenTalk Radio host Sean Daily talks blogging with Adam Shake of Twilight Earth and EcoTech Daily. Adam and his business partner Derek Markham were named by TreeHugger as the “Celebrity Twitter Duo” and Mother Nature Network [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 14th, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
GreenTalk Radio host Sean Daily speaks with Ryan Hreljac, of Ryan’s Well. At the age of 6, he began his active life of advocacy for water-poor communities in 1998 when he determinedly focused his sights on [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 13th, 2009 | by Derek Markham
A new biofuel production system, dubbed “Follow the Crop”, aims to reduce the costs of production and increase the income of small to medium growers by bringing the biorefinery right into the fields. The new system [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 12th, 2009 | by Jennifer Lance
6 commentsConcern has been raised recently about the integrity of the USDA organic label. Non-organic additives have been allowed in USDA organic labeled products, and consumer groups and Congress are concerned. Sen. Patrick J. Leahy (D-Vt.) explains, [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 10th, 2009 | by Derek Markham
9 commentsThe push for building a clean energy economy has a dark side: the hazardous waste generated and the toxic chemicals used in the manufacturing of renewable energy components like solar panels. The factory of one rising [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 9th, 2009 | by Jennifer Lance
We’ve been taught to be afraid of germs, and consumer products are full of promises of protection. One of the recent advances in antimicrobial technology is silver nanoparticles, aka nano-silver. Nano-silver is found in a [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 8th, 2009 | by Jennifer Lance
3 commentsScientists have discovered that New York City is a “prime location for exploiting high-altitude winds.” In fact, a recent study by the Carnegie Institution and California State University found that globally, high-altitude winds like those over [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 7th, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
4 commentsAs the economy continues to tumble, it is becoming increasingly difficult for retailers of creative items like clothes and jewelry to find customers. That’s why designer Wayne Hemingway and London mayor Boris Johnson have built the [&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