Published on April 30th, 2009 | by Stephanie Evans
3 commentsApproximately only 3 percent of the earth’s water is fresh, and less than 1 percent is available for human consumption. With growing populations causing a continual rise in water demands, using less water and using it [&hellip... Read More →
Published on April 29th, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
2 commentsIf you are renting out your home, then you probably want your tenants to take as good care of it as you would. Now you might be a green living pro but remember, not every tenant [&hellip... Read More →
Published on April 28th, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
2 commentsTeaching kids to go green becomes a whole lot easier if you can make it fun. Given that kids love getting hands on with everything, you might want to consider getting them involved with green activities [&hellip... Read More →
Published on April 27th, 2009 | by Derek Markham
16 commentsWith the push to reduce the carbon emissions from transportation, sometimes the newest developments, the latest technology, gets the spotlight. By putting more hybrid and electric vehicles on the road, though, are we really getting “greener” [&hellip... Read More →
Published on April 26th, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
1 commentCan’t think straight anymore? Got headaches, memory loss or mood swings? Are you suddenly losing coordination when it comes to writing? If you are suffering any of these symptoms, then you might be a victim of [&hellip... Read More →
Published on April 25th, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
3 commentsDid you know you can bike to work and get paid for it? It sounds absurd but actually, it’s true. Reimbursements for bike-to-work expenses were part of the $700 billion financial bailout package passed by the [&hellip... Read More →
Published on April 24th, 2009 | by Stephanie Evans
2 commentsDo vampires and phantoms haunt you? No, not the kind that lurk around your psyche or those two-fanged kind traditionally from Transylvania. We’re talking about the energy vampires and phantom loads that suck the energy from [&hellip... Read More →
Published on April 23rd, 2009 | by Stephanie Evans
GreenTalk Radio host Sean Daily talks with American indy filmmaker Sam Bozzo of Purple Turtle Films about his new award-winning documentary on the global water crisis, “Blue Gold: World Water Wars&#... Read More →
Published on April 22nd, 2009 | by Stephanie Evans
2 commentsEarth Day is finally here! Today is the day to get out and celebrate our planet. And by that we mean hug some trees, plant some seeds, walk to school. Pick just one thing…it can be [&hellip... Read More →
Published on April 22nd, 2009 | by Stephanie Evans
2 commentsNow you might not associate Earth Day with going to the movies. Indeed, this great green day has always been about taking action on the environment. But if you are still somewhat nervous about getting out [&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