Published on October 22nd, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
One way to improve your energy consumption is to use human power instead of appliances. Yet few of us would choose to return to the days of doing laundry over a washtub! Besides looking for energy saving [&hellip... Read More →
Published on October 22nd, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
Maybe you’re not ready to cover your house in solar panels or spend a majority of your free time gardening. Here are some simple things you can do to reduce your carbon-trailing energy footprint: Use reusable [&hellip... Read More →
Published on October 22nd, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
If your electricity bill soars through the roof each summer, you may want to look into green home appliances and green living choices to help keep you cool. To lower your home’s temperature without raising your electric [&hellip... Read More →
Published on October 22nd, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
1 commentYou may have a hybrid car and all the latest energy-efficient appliances, but if you’re still throwing away a great deal of garbage every day, you may not be living the green life you’ve envisioned. Here [&hellip... Read More →
Published on October 22nd, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
1 commentWhether you are working with new green construction or planning a green remodeling project for your home, ENERGY STAR qualified products should be part of your plan. ENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S. [&hellip... Read More →
Published on October 22nd, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
2 commentsNot to be confused with a greenhouse, green homes are becoming more and more popular as society begins to accept sustainable living as a responsibility to preserving our planet for future generations. So if a green [&hellip... Read More →
Published on October 22nd, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
3 commentsIf you’re building a new house or remodeling an old one, consider sustainable sources for your flooring and cabinetry. Popular products such as no-wax flooring are non-biodegradable and require toxic solvents to maintain, while most new [&hellip... Read More →
Published on October 22nd, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
Do you heat your home with oil? If so, you may want to look for a biofuels supplier in your area. Biofuels are still 90 percent petroleum, but the other 10 percent comes from sustainable sources [&hellip... Read More →
Published on October 22nd, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
Since diesel fuel boasts a higher energy content per liter, automobiles that utilize diesel fuel generally have better fuel efficiency than gasoline powered cars and trucks. Diesel is also less damaging to the environment as it [&hellip... Read More →
Published on October 22nd, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
You have decided to live green and that means considering green furniture options for your redecorating project. However, this is one time where going green uses a lot of that paper green you were trying to save. How [&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