Published on November 13th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
2 commentsUsing electronic lighting control systems to save energy is increasingly a mandatory part of commercial lighting design, and it can be a big energy-saver at home as well. A lighting control system is a computer programmed [&hellip... Read More →
Published on November 12th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
Does this conversation sound familiar: You’ve asked the kids to turn off the lights when they leave the room, only to have them inform you that leaving one measly light bulb burning all day won’t destroy [&hellip... Read More →
Published on November 11th, 2007 | by Guest Contributor
Sean Daily, Green Living Ideas’ Editor-In-Chief, talks about LED lighting with Charles Costigliola, Senior Vice President of Advanced Lumonics. Click Play Below,or... Read More →
Published on November 8th, 2007 | by Guest Contributor
Sean Daily, Green Living Ideas’ Editor-In-Chief, talks about sustainable forestry management with Katie Miller, Communications Director for the Forest Stewardship Council. Click Play Below,or... Read More →
Published on November 6th, 2007 | by Guest Contributor
Sean Daily, Green Living Ideas’ Editor-In-Chief, discusses Gas-Powered Copper Light Fixtures with Mitch Mitchell, Senior Vice President of Charleston Gas Light. Click Play Below,or... Read More →
Published on November 6th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
1 commentYou’re applying your makeup and you accidentally get some mascara in your eye. As you rinse your eye out for the hundredth time, you start to wonder why you didn’t go with a less abrasive organic product. [&hellip... Read More →
Published on November 6th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
If you are concerned about green living, you may want to take a close look at organic makeup. Organic makeup is not just good for the health of the planet, it is important for your health [&hellip... Read More →
Published on November 6th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
1 commentMany of us are concerned with ways that we can encourage green living practices for our families because we want them to be as healthy as possible, and we want to keep the earth healthy too. [&hellip... Read More →
Published on November 6th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
1 commentOne of the most useful things a green living enthusiast can do for the environment is to make a compost pile. Compost piles are an important part of the sustainable life style, since compost provides valuable nutrients [&hellip... Read More →
Published on November 6th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
Have you ever opened your vegetable drawer to pull out the celery and come away with a handful of decomposing green glop? Before you reach for the trash can, why not recycle that rotting mess into [&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