Published on January 13th, 2016 | by Guest Contributor
Plug-and-play technology is not limited to websites or apps. Now, you can get plug-and-play LED tube lights that are as easy as 1-2-3 to install. No more swapping out the entire ballast, opting for an electronic [&hellip... Read More →
Published on January 8th, 2016 | by Guest Contributor
The transition away from our current fossil fuel-based energy system and toward a cleaner, more sustainable energy future calls for a new generation of leadership. These C-level and executive positions could be filled by those with [&hellip... Read More →
Published on December 30th, 2015 | by Zachary Shahan
Enter to win a trip to Abu Dhabi's sustainability week with Masdar's blogging contest for 2016, asking you how you envision a low-carbon economy... Read More →
Published on December 28th, 2015 | by Guest Contributor
If you want a greenhouse tomato, ask whether it has been grown with LED lights. Recently, a number of commercial tomato growers have considered money saving LEDs to grow their crop. But money savings aside, how [&hellip... Read More →
Published on December 28th, 2015 | by Guest Contributor
5 commentsMany renewable energy enthusiasts get frustrated by the cost of installing solar panels on their homes. Fortunately, there are cost-saving alternatives for solar panel installations. Solar panel installations cost less now than ever before. In addition, [&hellip... Read More →
Published on December 20th, 2015 | by Guest Contributor
EMFs, or electromagnetic fields, are forms of energy that are often referred to as electromagnetic radiation. EMFs are present within nature (as lightening and in the Earth’s magnetic field), but the increase in electronic activity around [&hellip... Read More →
Published on December 14th, 2015 | by Guest Contributor
This informative fact sheet, provided by the Institute for Local Self-Reliance, is a great resource any time of year, but especially during the holidays, when we’re inundated with adverts from the big-box stores about all their [&hellip... Read More →
Published on December 11th, 2015 | by Guest Contributor
Learn how Bridges to Hope can help fight gastro-intestinal concerns and nutrition in Africa. ... Read More →
Published on December 10th, 2015 | by Guest Contributor
Learn how vertical wind systems can help improve our wind energy capacity. ... Read More →
Published on December 8th, 2015 | by Guest Contributor
Learning how to save money and energy for laundry can be challenging because both the washing machine and the dryer are big consumers of energy and water. But there are simple solutions out there to help [&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