Published on January 6th, 2014 | by Guest Contributor
Most people like to enjoy a nice glass of orange juice with their breakfast. We’ve been told it’s a healthy way to get our vitamin C and even calcium. And dammit, it just tastes like liquid [&hellip... Read More →
Published on January 6th, 2014 | by Guest Contributor
Most good grocers and supermarkets stock organic produce, but if you’re looking to integrate more organic foods into your diet – perhaps as part of a New Year health kick or an effort to go green [&hellip... Read More →
Published on January 2nd, 2014 | by Guest Contributor
1 commentEditor’s Note: We’re happy to feature this guest post and gorgeous infographic from My Alarm Center today on Green Living Ideas. Home automation is a growing trend and this great infographic will show you why! Home [&hellip... Read More →
Published on December 31st, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
1 commentEd. note: Today we have some startling news about soybeans, shared from our sister site Eat. Drink. Better. Learn more about how soy growing companies are ruining the ecology and economy of Argentina, in pursuit of [&hellip... Read More →
Published on December 30th, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
1 commentFollowing up on the top 33 electric vehicle stories of the first half (or so) of 2013, below are the top electric vehicle stories from the rest of 2013. This was a huge year for electric vehicles, but it’s clear that the industry is growing so fast&hellip... Read More →
Published on December 30th, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
The woes just keep piling up for Chesapeake Energy. The company is front and center in the nation’s natural gas fracking boom and it just got hit with one of the largest ever civil penalties for violating Section 404 of the Clean Water Act. The penalty&hellip... Read More →
Published on December 28th, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
3 commentsPaperless Kitchen is committed to helping you make cleaner, greener choices in your home. They offer a full range of eco-friendly cleaning tools and supplies to help you get your home spotless while decreasing your environmental [&hellip... Read More →
Published on December 19th, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
1 commentIn the past decade or so, green living has changed from being something for weirdos like me to worry about to being slightly more mainstream. Increasingly people are coming to terms with our limited resources and [&hellip... Read More →
Published on December 19th, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
Solar energy, like many other clean tech innovations, continues to gain popularity as citizens around the world learn about limited resources. More and more consumers are making environmentally conscious choices in their home and in the [&hellip... Read More →
Published on December 17th, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
1 commentWhat is scale and how do you know if your plants have it? What organic pest control methods are available? On first sight the plant looks like it has some sort of fungus, a scaly looking [&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