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Throw a Better Party with bambu
Published on July 28th, 2016 | by Guest Contributor
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Trash Art: 5 Visual Perspectives to Change Your Idea of Trash
Published on July 27th, 2016 | by TerraCycle
Trash is our own invention, but we can also see it as something more. Check out five innovators in the space of creative upcycling to see the many ways trash becomes art. ... Read More →
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5 Sustainable Brands Doing Good for Your Body and for the Planet
Published on July 25th, 2016 | by TerraCycle
TerraCycle shares the stories of five great brands that are making a difference for your body and the planet with sustainable practices and products. ... Read More →
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Yes, You can Leave your Bottle Caps on for Recycling!
Published on July 18th, 2016 | by Guest Contributor
Did you know that it's better to leave the caps on for bottles to ensure they are actually recycled? Learn how Preserve and Gimme5 are ensuring the caps get recycled. ... Read More →
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Handy Tips from Experts for End of Lease Cleaning
Published on July 16th, 2016 | by Guest Contributor
When your lease is up and you are moving out of your apartment, it is your responsibility to clean out the apartment. Not only is it the right thing to do, but it is also the [&hellip... Read More →
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Teach Kids Sustainable Behaviors and their Parents will Follow
Published on July 14th, 2016 | by Guest Contributor
What are the barriers to adoption of sustainable behaviors, and how can we encourage people to reduce their energy consumption at home? Turns out, the solution lies with their children. This report from Oregon State University [&hellip... Read More →
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5 Easy Ways to Make Your Home Green and Eco-friendly
Published on July 12th, 2016 | by Guest Contributor
The paradigm is shifting for those of us who are looking to live a permanent eco-friendly lifestyle, especially when it comes to our homes. Today, doing your part to protect the environment is more than simply [&hellip... Read More →
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How to Prepare Your Home for Wildfires
Published on July 7th, 2016 | by Guest Contributor
If you live in a wildfire prone area (or even if you don't), check out these tips from NEEF about how to prepare your home for wildfires... Read More →
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San Francisco is First US City to Ban Styrofoam
Published on July 1st, 2016 | by Guest Contributor
San Francisco yet again proves itself to be one of the most progressive cities in the US when it comes to waste by banning all styrofoam and polystyrene. ... Read More →
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LEDs and EMFs: What you Need to Know
Published on June 7th, 2016 | by Guest Contributor
1 commentHow much do we really know about the connection between EMFs and health concerns. Should we worry about our LED bulbs and EMFs... Read More →
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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 RecipesBathroom 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 ConservationHVAC 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 LintEaterYard & Garage:
— How To Test And Maintain Your Car’s Tire Pressure
— Water efficiency for the irrigation systems