Published on November 24th, 2008 | by Guest Contributor
2 commentsGreenTalk Radio host Sean Daily talks with Derek Markham, a green blogger specializing in natural parenting and natural foods topics. His work is featured on the green parenting blogs EcoChildsPlay.com, NaturalFather.blogspot.com, and API Speaks at attachmentparenting.org. [&hellip... Read More →
Published on November 20th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
13 commentsThere is no question that purchasing a solar system to power your home is an effective way to immediately cut your impact on the planet and gradually cut your energy-related spending. And although it’s usually an [&hellip... Read More →
Published on November 18th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
By now we all know of the environmental burdens of air travel, and at certain times—particularly during the holidays—flying becomes a necessary vehicle for bringing together family members who may live thousands of miles and/or continents [&hellip... Read More →
Published on November 18th, 2008 | by Guest Contributor
GreenTalk Radio host Sean Daily talks with Danielle Brigida, a marketing and social media expert working with the National Wildlife Federation. Click Play Below,or Transcript Announcer: This program is brought to you by PersonalLifeMedia.com. Sean Daily: [&hellip... Read More →
Published on November 16th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
2 commentsWith “blue as the new green“, it’s not only economical to find ways to save—it’s absolutely essential! Water is our sustainer, central to all life on this planet. How we save determines whether or not clean [&hellip... Read More →
Published on November 14th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
GreenTalk Radio host Sean Daily talks about clean energy products, corporate sustainability initiatives, and cost-effective carbon offset solutions with Gillan Taddune, Chief Environmental Officer of BeGreen/Green Mountain Energy Company. Click Play Below,or Transcript Coming Soon!... Read More →
Published on November 12th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
Start the holiday season off right by curbing that consumption from the get-go. Thanksgiving is a traditionally gluttonous holiday, but that doesn’t mean it has to be full of waste and unnecessary carbon emissions. There are [&hellip... Read More →
Published on November 11th, 2008 | by Guest Contributor
GreenTalk Radio host Sean Daily talks with Dennis Bilowus and Bill Keech of AEC Software, a Sterling, VA based software company that develops and publishes project-focused and business productivity solutions for Windows and Mac. Click Play [&hellip... Read More →
Published on November 9th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
If there were an athletic equivalent of the endangered species list, most winter sports, like skiing, snowboarding, and sledding, would have to be on it. As global temperatures rise, the world’s major mountain resort areas are [&hellip... Read More →
Published on November 7th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
2 commentsThe energy market is extremely volatile, hence you never know what to expect with fuel oil and natural gas prices come winter time. About the only thing you can count on is a bill that keeps [&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