Published on October 25th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
4 commentsDespite prototype solar vehicles at car shows, solar auto racing competitions, and the upcoming (and pricey) Tesla Motors electric vehicle that can be powered by sun rays, the marketing of solar-powered vehicles to the general public [&hellip... Read More →
Published on October 24th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
Any holiday can be daunted with wastefulness, plastic decorations, blinking lights, an abundance of cheap decorations and “stuff” that just doesn’t represent much other than “stuff”. The last few Halloweens for my family have been turned [&hellip... Read More →
Published on October 23rd, 2008 | by Guest Contributor
1 commentGreenTalk Radio host Sean Daily talks about building green homes, energy-efficient, and affordable homes Don Ferrier, President of Ferrier Custom Homes. Click Play Below,or Transcript Coming Soon!... Read More →
Published on October 22nd, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
5 commentsAdults who buy organic know that organic foods are grown without the use of pesticides, making them less toxic for our bodies. Babies don’t know this, but if they did they would request that mom or [&hellip... Read More →
Published on October 21st, 2008 | by Guest Contributor
GreenTalk Radio host Sean Daily talks with green blogger, publisher, and supermom Jill Fehrenbacher, founder of green design blog Inhabitat.com and its new eco-parenting sister site Inhabitots.com. Click Play Below,or Transcript Sean Daily: Hey everybody. Welcome [&hellip... Read More →
Published on October 20th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
6 commentsWhile it isn’t difficult to plan a green building from scratch, many eco-conscious individuals who have a desire to convert their traditional homes to something more eco-friendly may face a few more challenges. Green remodeling requires [&hellip... Read More →
Published on October 17th, 2008 | by Guest Contributor
Host Sean Daily talks water conservation strategies and industry water efficiency standards with Rob Zimmerman of Kohler. Click Play Below,or... Read More →
Published on October 16th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
In honor of Fair Trade month, we thought we’d share seven basics keys to every successful Fair Trade relationship. These keys also serve as guideposts for the organizations that provide Fair Trade certification and labeling—providing you [&hellip... Read More →
Published on October 14th, 2008 | by Guest Contributor
1 commentGreenTalk Radio host Sean Daily talks with green blogger and ecofashionista Starre Vartan of Eco-Chick.com. Click Play Below,or Sean Daily: Hey everyone, welcome to Green Talk Radio, I’m your host, Sean Daily. Today’s episode is the [&hellip... Read More →
Published on October 14th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
It used to be that years ago home builders weren’t terribly concerned about building materials and their impact on the environment. The goal, especially during the post-war housing boom in the United States during the 1940s [&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