Published on July 6th, 2015 | by Guest Contributor
Eat your probiotics for better mood, immunity, digestion and overall health! We've got the latest research on gut health and 5 ways to eat your probiotics... Read More →
Published on July 6th, 2015 | by Scott Cooney
2 commentsAfter being used for over 100 years it’s fairly safe to say that the incandescent bulb is old technology and it has taken a long time for new technology to break through to main stream use. For [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 2nd, 2015 | by Guest Contributor
We've spent weeks filling up our home with goods from the best thrift stores in San Francisco, and here's our list to help you green your home too!... Read More →
Published on July 1st, 2015 | by Guest Contributor
1 commentGood things are happening all over the world for renewable energy. Solar energy capacity is increasing all over the world, wind power is expanding in water and on land, and battery storage technology is increasing at [&hellip... Read More →
Published on June 30th, 2015 | by Peter Young
A great way to ensure that your home is using energy efficiently is to regularly change and monitor your furnace filter. But which filters are best at actually filtering the air? Which ones are re-usable and [&hellip... Read More →
Published on June 30th, 2015 | by Peter Young
A great way to ensure that your home is using energy efficiently is to periodically perform a little maintenance on your radiators. Bleeding the line of any oxygen is quick and easy to do and requires [&hellip... Read More →
Published on June 29th, 2015 | by Peter Young
1 commentRegularly cleaning the burn sensor (aka flame rod) on your home’s furnace is a great way to ensure that it’s working properly and using energy efficiently and you don’t have to be a rocket scientist to [&hellip... Read More →
Published on June 29th, 2015 | by Peter Young
Keeping the motor on your furnace clean and free of dust or debris is a great way to ensure it’s using energy efficiently. Not only that, but it’s easy to do and will only take a [&hellip... Read More →
Published on June 26th, 2015 | by Scott Cooney
How to clear a clog in the condensate line on your air conditioner Things you’ll need for the job: Wet/Dry Vac 3/4″ hose attachment Before getting started, be sure to check out the following video to [&hellip... Read More →
Published on June 26th, 2015 | by Peter Young
1 commentCleaning out your home air conditioner (A/C)’s condensate line can go a long way in making your system more energy efficient. With preventive maintenance, it should never get clogged, which will help to prevent your system [&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