Published on December 17th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
1 commentCaring for your body and the earth are two things that go hand-in-hand at a growing number of day spas around the country. Eco-friendly rejuvenation is the theme at these healing retreat centers that pledge themselves [&hellip... Read More →
Published on December 17th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
In today’s modern world, if we want to maintain good health, slow signs of aging, and decreased our risk for chronic diseases, research points us in the direction of dietary health. General guidelines for a healthy diet [&hellip... Read More →
Published on December 17th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
2 commentsWhile using solar thermal energy to heat domestic water is fairly standard practice throughout the world, the U.S. is certainly not at the head of its class in this subject! The American public is starting to [&hellip... Read More →
Published on December 17th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
1 commentFor centuries, old world countries have embraced the tradition of open-air markets and market days continue to be celebrated weekly events throughout the world. Ancient Greeks called it the agora, or marketplace—a setting that has always been the center of communal activity, [&hellip... Read More →
Published on December 17th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
1 commentOriginally created for endurance athletes, energy bars are now a mainstay of the American diet. Strategic marketing ads for energy bars portray them as a condensed version of a healthy meal, virtually bursting with nutrients. But the [&hellip... Read More →
Published on December 17th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
4 commentsThroughout the world, what enjoys a pure and wholesome image as the basic, life-sustaining nourishment needed from the time of infancy? Milk, of course! And the dairy industry goes to great lengths to promote milk as [&hellip... Read More →
Published on December 17th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
You sit down with a steaming cup of tea and prepare to sip, slowly . . . but wait. Take a moment to watch the contents of your cup in wonder, because with tea, what you [&hellip... Read More →
Published on December 17th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
3 commentsOrganic cotton, hemp, recycled fibers, sustainable style—all buzz words fast becoming hip lingo around fashion design studios. While the environmentally friendly styles of old bring to mind swaths of burlap and racks of Birkenstocks, the story [&hellip... Read More →
Published on December 17th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
1 commentMmm, coffee. Far from being just another drink choice, it is truly a worldwide institution—and obsession. Because it is consumed in such mass qualities throughout the globe, the choices as to how coffee is grown, manufactured, [&hellip... Read More →
Published on December 17th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
1 commentWe all want to find the solution to the issues of global warming, the energy crisis and international energy wars. Although there is no one solution to cure all energy-related ills, technologies such as solar water [&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