Published on July 6th, 2009 | by Jennifer Lance
19 commentsWhen the USDA label was first implemented in 2002, concern was expressed that certification standards would not be as stringent as the private organic labeling programs it replaced, such as the Oregon Tilth. Prior to 2002, [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 3rd, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
Our daily lives are filled with products and chemicals that we have grown accustomed to using on a daily basis. However, may of these are filed with toxic substances that can make us sick both in [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 2nd, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
1 commentMost people associate greenhouse gas emissions with pollution from heavy industry, so it might come as a surprise to know that cows are also a culprit. Each time a cow burps, it releases greenhouse gases known [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 1st, 2009 | by Derek Markham
3 commentsOne powerful action you can take to both lower your carbon footprint and to save some cash is to start commuting by bicycle. But perhaps you need to learn how to bike commute first! Once you [&hellip... Read More →
Published on June 30th, 2009 | by Jennifer Lance
2 commentsTransporting food thousands of miles farm to market has its consequences. Not only does this practice leave a heavy carbon footprint and mean food is not as fresh as if locally grown, but the Environmental Working [&hellip... Read More →
Published on June 29th, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
1 commentMost people spend at least one third to a half of their lives in the bedroom, sleeping. So, this is the one room in your home that you should probably focus on, to enhance your well [&hellip... Read More →
Published on June 28th, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
1 commentAccording to the Institute for Social Research at the University of Michigan, children in the U.S. spend fifty percent less time outdoors than they did twenty years ago... Read More →
Published on June 27th, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
12 commentsAre beans a regular part of your diet? If you’re interested in improving your health and well being, they should be. Our ancestors could teach us a thing or two about healthy eating, many cultures have [&hellip... Read More →
Published on June 26th, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
4 commentsWhen it comes to romance don’t just save it for Valentine’s Day, living green provides plenty of opportunities to smother your significant other with two of the most important aspects of any romantic relationship: love and [&hellip... Read More →
Published on June 25th, 2009 | by Jennifer Lance
Good news for the clean technology sector! The Department of Energy has just announced it will fund $300 million of its budget and stimulus funds for reducing clean energy costs, carbon capture, and improving the readiness [&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