Published on October 22nd, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
1 commentElectric cars, or battery electric vehicles, date back to 1835 when a professor from the Netherlands named Sibrandus Stratingh introduced a small scale electric car. These cars are actually the predecessors to combustion and diesel engine [&hellip... Read More →
Published on October 22nd, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
Sustainability, or green living, is a lifestyle in which present needs are met without compromising the resources of the future. In choosing a green lifestyle, one of the main goals is to reduce one’s carbon footprint. [&hellip... Read More →
Published on October 22nd, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
During the gasoline crisis of the late 70’s and early 80’s, a product called gasohol was popular in parts of the United States to help reduce the need for foreign oil and to reign in explosive [&hellip... Read More →
Published on October 22nd, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
2 commentsBiodiesel fuel is a replacement for standard diesel fuel. This alternative fuel is used only in diesel engines and as a substitute for standard gasoline or standard combustion engines. Biodiesel is a product of the transesterification [&hellip... Read More →
Published on October 22nd, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
1 commentWhen you start to think that $3.00 for a gallon of gasoline is cheap, it’s time to look at alternative sources of fuel! Tie this in with a growing social movement to reduce global warming caused [&hellip... Read More →
Published on October 22nd, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
1 commentBecause of concerns over climate change and dependence on foreign oil, we are constantly scrambling to find alternative energy sources that are cleaner, safer, and renewable. But what is "Alternative/Renewable Energy," and how is it important [&hellip... Read More →
Published on October 22nd, 2007 | by Scott Cooney
58 commentsThe uses of geothermal energy in homes, farming, industry, infrastructure, and electricity... Read More →
Published on October 22nd, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
Green business tips that can help your office become more sustainable. ... Read More →
Published on October 22nd, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
1 commentOne of the key factors that the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) takes into consideration when granting a Green Building Certification is energy efficiency and materials selection. Most of us grew up being told, [&hellip... Read More →
Published on October 22nd, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
Establishing a community is an important part of any endeavor that challenges the status quo, and the evolution toward green business practices is no exception to this rule. Environmentally conscious business owners can network with other [&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