Published on February 17th, 2014 | by Guest Contributor
10 commentsThere are dozens of ways to enjoy sustainable living: making your home more energy efficient, cutting out toxins in your body care products and making changes into your daily life that depend less on fossil fuels [&hellip... Read More →
Published on February 12th, 2014 | by Guest Contributor
This year marks the end of incandescent light bulbs. It is not illegal for retailers to sell them or for you to purchase them. But, they can no longer be manufactured or imported into the United [&hellip... Read More →
Published on February 12th, 2014 | by Guest Contributor
There are so many things wrong with our food system: massive food recalls, false advertising, miracle weight-loss pills and more. And everyday we learn more about how our corporate food structure is damaging the planet and [&hellip... Read More →
Published on February 10th, 2014 | by Guest Contributor
1 commentTraveling is a fun, adventurous way to explore new things and meet new people. Many people believe traveling involves a lot of expenses, and traditional ways of travel can harm the environment. Luckily, there are a [&hellip... Read More →
Published on February 7th, 2014 | by Guest Contributor
Ever wondered exactly what is pink slime? Jamie Oliver, charming British chef and passionate activist for real food, breaks down the process, legal here in the United States for rendering ‘unusable’ bits of meat, sinew and [&hellip... Read More →
Published on February 4th, 2014 | by Guest Contributor
For the gardener who may be timid in regards to cooking and gardening in the front yard, a delectable and beautiful plant to consider is basil. Growing basil is delightful and easy; it can be direct [&hellip... Read More →
Published on January 31st, 2014 | by Guest Contributor
If you think winter means you have to wash off that green thumb, think again. You can benefit from home-grown herbs all-year round with these amazing herbs that thrive indoors. Let them bask in the sunshine [&hellip... Read More →
Published on January 28th, 2014 | by Guest Contributor
Did you know that rivers exist in the air? Atmospheric rivers—the Amazons of the air—are vast and unbroken streams of wind that carry water vapor from tropical oceans, moving thousands of miles through the sky. Scientists [&hellip... Read More →
Published on January 27th, 2014 | by Guest Contributor
http://youtu.be/KhVeJQKfsWs Below is an article I wrote a few months ago for CostofSolar.com — the story is essentially the same today. In order to bring even more attention to this matter, I also commissioned the above video through Solar Love &&hellip... Read More →
Published on January 24th, 2014 | by Guest Contributor
Bambu is one of our favorite sustainable businesses. Not only do they source great products and take good care of their workers, they produce really beautiful AND functional kitchen and home goods. Read more about Bambu [&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