Published on May 20th, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
2 commentsGreenTalk Radio host Sean Daily talks about the health and environmental concerns within the natural beauty care products industry with Ido Leffler, CEO of Yes To, Inc., whose brand line-up includes Yes to Carrots... Read More →
Published on May 19th, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
As consumers in a recessed economy, we are all forced to make tough choices about how and where to spend our hard-earned dollars. We want to do what is best for ourselves, our families, and the [&hellip... Read More →
Published on May 18th, 2009 | by Jennifer Lance
5 commentsI’ve long been fascinated by guerilla gardening, in which gardeners illegally under the cover of night cultivate plants in public spaces. Now, activists have a new tool for cultivating abandoned spaces: seed balls! Developed by Japanese [&hellip... Read More →
Published on May 15th, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
1 commentGreenTalk Radio show host Sean Daily speaks with David Anderson, co-founder of Green Options Media about the story behind Green Options and their post-Virgance acquisition future... Read More →
Published on May 14th, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
4 commentsLiving a life of sustainability begins, no doubt, by incorporating green living principles into your daily life. But to support green living for the greater good of the community, consider extending your practices to impact that [&hellip... Read More →
Published on May 13th, 2009 | by Jennifer Lance
2 commentsSpring time brings the reopening of farmers’ markets creating inspiration for organic local food meals. Whether you are a hard core locavore or a connoisseur of local food, hosting a local foods potluck is an easy [&hellip... Read More →
Published on May 12th, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
60 commentsCitizen journalism, open government, status updates, community building, information sharing, crowdsourcing, and the election of a President. [Editor’s note: This is first guest post from Max Gladwell.] Our children will inherit a world profoundly changed by [&hellip... Read More →
Published on May 12th, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
3 commentsWhile many of us are enticed by the idea of going organic, the reality is that this shift in lifestyle generally requires a higher budget. Paying more for goods and services is always easier said than [&hellip... Read More →
Published on May 11th, 2009 | by Derek Markham
1 commentThe digital media company 3rdWhale is hosting the Greenest Person on the Planet contest, which highlights individuals around the world that go to extraordinary lengths to green their lives and their communities. Who’s it gonna be? [&hellip... Read More →
Published on May 9th, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
1 commentSome of us are born with a propensity to hold more weight than others. There is a wide spectrum of beliefs when it comes to this natural propensity for so many people. Eastern medicines attribute it [&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