Published on December 17th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
3 commentsOur indoor spaces can hold more toxins than what greets us out-of-doors because our home is a virtually closed-off space where fumes and toxins can become concentrated. Having a clean space is essential for clarity of [&hellip... Read More →
Published on December 17th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
6 commentsAs you integrate green living choices into your own life, you might be wondering how kids fit into the equation. What does it really mean to have a "green kid?" Greening your children is about going [&hellip... Read More →
Published on December 17th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
9 commentsThe U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) states: “Pesticides are not ‘safe.’ They are produced specifically because they are toxic to something.” In spite of the known dangers of pesticides, almost a billion pounds of conventional pesticides [&hellip... Read More →
Published on December 17th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
2 commentsThe delights of babyhood, though incredibly rewarding, are not so easy to hold onto. After awaiting baby’s arrival for months you get caught up in the new challenges of day-to-day parenting, and before you know it, the [&hellip... Read More →
Published on December 17th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
4 commentsAs any raw food enthusiast will testify, a diet of uncooked, freshly harvested, organic edibles not only delights your tastebuds and gives your skin that fresh, radiant glow—it also boosts immunity, enhances energy levels, and increases alertness and [&hellip... Read More →
Published on December 17th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
2 commentsThe average American household produces more than 200 pounds of kitchen waste every year—why throw it into our overflowing landfills when you can use it to improve your lawn and garden? Start composting to minimize your [&hellip... Read More →
Published on December 17th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
7 commentsGreen landscaping methodology is worlds apart from traditional landscaping techniques, and emphasizes the conscious selection of appropriate plants, water efficiency/conservation, and the use of fewer resources to blend the landscape into the natural world and enrich [&hellip... Read More →
Published on December 17th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
6 commentsWhen people talk of lawn and yard care, their conversations are often littered with the phrase blow-and-go, a style of maintenance gardening that consists of mowing, weed-eating, blowing around plants scraps, and maybe a sprinkling of [&hellip... Read More →
Published on December 17th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
2 commentsHealthy and sustainable choices are needed in every corner of the market, and a rapidly expanding variety of organic alternatives to conventionally distilled spirits is rising to the occasion. Those who want to be healthy and [&hellip... Read More →
Published on December 17th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
9 commentsWith all manner of toxins invading our outside air space, homes, and offices, what is our body’s best defense against these invasive attacks? Switching to organic hair care products is one line of defense that can [&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