Published on December 16th, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
Not sure where to start with homemade cooking? Start with these recipes for the 5 foods to always make at home (and never buy)... Read More →
Published on December 13th, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
Get your weekly dose of climate change news from Earth Gauge, a free environmental news service from the National Environmental Education Foundation. This super in-depth (and slightly scary) US national climate change news is from their [&hellip... Read More →
Published on December 12th, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
There are many options for holiday shopping, but I want to tell you about the gift I want to give everyone on my list – the Soma Water Carafe. I gave myself this gift last December [&hellip... Read More →
Published on December 10th, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
Editors Note: Many thanks to Jami, who wrote this post in response to an ant problem that is plaguing each and every one of my plants on my lanai (balcony) in Honolulu. There is so much [&hellip... Read More →
Published on December 5th, 2013 | by Chris Keenan
Christmas time is once again upon us, and with the holiday season comes the massive amounts of waste caused by consumerism. Every year tons of wrapping paper, gift bags and greeting cards go to waste- not to mention the billions of plastic packaging that winds up in landfills once a gift has been opened. In this article we will discuss ways to lessen the damaging impact you’ll have on the planet this holiday season... Read More →
Published on December 3rd, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
An epiphany dawns, warming you to your fingertips while a smile plays at the corner of your lips. Your face begins to glow and a diamond-like sparkle comes into your eyes. Invariably, whether you vocalize it [&hellip... Read More →
Published on December 2nd, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
It’s not just sugar and rainbows in the New York City Bronx neighborhood, says one young high-school student in a promo for the MyBlockNYC Education Program. MyBlockNYC aims to provide funding to help teach 1,000 New York City [&hellip... Read More →
Published on December 1st, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
When it comes to eating healthy, we’re constantly bombarded with advice to eat our fruits and vegetables everyday. The body needs all kinds of essential nutrients in order to stay healthy. By making sure you get [&hellip... Read More →
Published on November 30th, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
It’s no secret that the biggest environmental disasters stem from our insatiable need for progress. Whether it’s an oil spill, a nuclear meltdown or damage from the ill-fated Keystone XL pipeline, it’s always bad news. The [&hellip... Read More →
Published on November 27th, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
Living a green lifestyle is no longer the province of the young and revolutionary! As the cost of energy continues to rise and budgets become less and less flexible, everyone is realizing the connection between living [&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