Published on July 21st, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
3 commentsAyurveda is an ancient holistic health science from India. Sanskrit for "the Science of Life," it is a set of self-care guidelines that will help you stay healthy by connecting the power of your mind with [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 20th, 2008 | by Guest Contributor
Sean Daily, Green Living Ideas’ Editor-In-Chief, talks technology recycling and reuse with Green Living Ideas Technology Green Guru, Joshua Levitt of UsedCisco.com. Click Play Below,or... Read More →
Published on July 17th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
130 commentsIt happens to all of us. At some point, the kitchen or bathroom drain clogs and water backs up. At times horribly unpleasant odors are unleashed. While standard practice calls for lye-based drain cleaners, these toxic products can damage the pipes as well as your lungs. If preventative measures have failed to keep your drains clear, there is a natural solution. Instead of reaching for that bottle of caustic drain cleaner under the sink, try earth-friendly, homemade drain cleaner... Read More →
Published on July 15th, 2008 | by Guest Contributor
2 commentsSean Daily, Green Living Ideas’ Editor-In-Chief, discusses cohousing communities with Kathryn McCamant, President of CoHousing Partners. Click Play Below,or... Read More →
Published on July 12th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
1 commentChinese medicinal practitioners have used mushrooms for over 4,000 years to treat everything from depression to high blood pressure to cancer. Aside from being a delicious and vitamin-rich addition to your diet, mushrooms can help you [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 11th, 2008 | by Guest Contributor
Sean Daily, Green Living Ideas’ Editor-In-Chief, talks about skylights in green home building projects with Steve Alfaro, Builder Development Manager at VELUX. Click Play Below,or... Read More →
Published on July 9th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
21 commentsBefore there was air conditioning, human beings lived differently. In hot climates, in hot seasons, and at hot times of day, we changed our habits. We slowed down. We sat under trees or verandahs with fans [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 8th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
10 commentsEnergy usage is a major player in the game of going green. When it comes to energy use in your home, there are many things you can do to cut costs and boost energy efficiency. From [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 8th, 2008 | by Guest Contributor
GreenTalk Radio Host Sean Daily discusses using technological components to remotely control every aspect of your home’s energy and security systems with Raj Marya, President and CEO of Amazing Controls. Click Play Below,or Transcript Sean Daily: [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 7th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
5 commentsSwimming is a great way to stay in shape: it’s a very low-impact, total-body workout. Unfortunately, the chlorine-based cleaning systems we’ve been using in our pools for years have some very bad side effects, including acute [&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