Published on July 23rd, 2015 | by Guest Contributor
Bag Again reusable produce bags are easy to use, help reduce our dependance on single use plastic, and help prolong the life of your produce! ... Read More →
Published on July 22nd, 2015 | by Guest Contributor
Energy trends in the United States, Canada, Germany and other major industrialized nations are rapidly changing. As a result of aging infrastructure, increasing costs associated with fossil fuels and growing environmental concerns, increasingly traditional energy [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 22nd, 2015 | by Guest Contributor
13 commentsGet the most updated list of the 15 best apps for carsharing and ridesharing to green your commute. ... Read More →
Published on July 22nd, 2015 | by Guest Contributor
If you’re on the road toward smart energy efficiency and have an attic, attic tents need to be in your workbook. The company Attic Tent provides this sensible perspective about using this fixture: Through the years, [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 21st, 2015 | by Guest Contributor
Electrical outlets are usually one of the last items in a house to be insulated with foam gaskets. Does this make a difference in overall heating efficiency? Yes, yes, and YES! If your exterior wall outlets [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 20th, 2015 | by Guest Contributor
The environment and its preservation has been of worldwide concern since the dawn of humanity’s modern evolution. With global changes and human factors evidently altering the course of the earth’s long-term sustainability, it’s pertinent that [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 20th, 2015 | by Guest Contributor
If you’ve ever had to change a cache aerator, you’ve already learned the hard way that not all aerators are identical. About cache aerators Cache aerators have been used by OEMs since 2006 and are WaterSense Listed. [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 20th, 2015 | by Guest Contributor
Most people can remember the winter chill of walking barefoot to a doorway needing weatherstripping. Brr! Similarly, in the summer, if you have the A/C running and the weatherstripping is not sufficient, you’re paying to pump [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 20th, 2015 | by Guest Contributor
Eco Nuts makes a whole line of sustainable cleaning ad launcdy products from the soap nut. Here's our product review... Read More →
Published on July 19th, 2015 | by Guest Contributor
1 commentWhen either hot water or steam enters a radiator, heat is then supposed to be radiated into a room. The heat warms the air by both radiation and convection. Radiation accounts for only a small percentage [&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