Published on January 11th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
1 commentMost of us are accustomed to processing a tremendous amount of information everyday. The fact that we’re used to this—and yes, even addicted to it—does not automatically qualify it as a beneficial part of our lives. [&hellip... Read More →
Published on January 9th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
Many of us are concerned about global warming. We’ve done our homework and it reveals carbon dioxide as a main culprit of this international crisis. Research also shows that using less energy is the best way [&hellip... Read More →
Published on January 9th, 2008 | by Guest Contributor
Sean Daily, Green Living Ideas’ Editor-In-Chief, talks with fellow green living podcaster Meredith Medland of Personal Life Media‘s popular Living Green Show about green media and podcasting, life-changing epiphanies, and the benefits of martial arts practice. [&hellip... Read More →
Published on January 8th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
6 commentsWe all know that heat rises, but the heat emitted from a radiant flooring system doesn’t simply travel up—it travels out, in all directions. While this is a great and efficient way to heat our interior [&hellip... Read More →
Published on January 3rd, 2008 | by Guest Contributor
1 commentSean Daily, Green Living Ideas’ Editor-In-Chief, discusses the topic of pre-fabricated green homes with Steve Glenn, CEO and Founder of Living Homes. Click Play Below,or... Read More →
Published on January 3rd, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
2 commentsInterested in reducing the influx of junk mail you receive every day? Start off a fresh New Year by reducing the junk mail waste stream flowing into your home. The average American household receives unsolicited junk [&hellip... Read More →
Published on December 30th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
1 commentYou may think that the options for Christmas tree recycling are relatively limited, but Christmas trees can be reused for a variety of purposes. Let’s look at five ways to recycle those once-a-year houseguests back into [&hellip... Read More →
Published on December 29th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
Ahh…the holiday rush is over and we’re headed toward the bright horizon of a brand new year. There’s no better way to usher in a new year than starting it off sustainable style. And hosting or [&hellip... Read More →
Published on December 27th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
Remember when Christmas was all about family crafts, holiday baking, and building happy childhood memories of traditions to pass on? Well even if it didn’t happen exactly like that, it’s never too late to start creating [&hellip... Read More →
Published on December 27th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
2 commentsIf you’re in the process of designing a lighting scheme for a room, a remodeled wing, or a brand new house, remember that energy conservation doesn’t always have to rely upon the latest fancy new technology. [&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