Published on November 26th, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
For the uninitiated, a garden is a garden, except when it isn’t. For many, a garden falls into two camps: vegetables or flowers. The challenge comes when those plants that are considered flowers are edible… or [&hellip... Read More →
Published on November 25th, 2013 | by The Green Divas
Then we got to chat about some of Zeke's favorite Thanksgiving recipes that include honey (of course!). He talked about brining a turkey as well as cranberry sauce with honey. Lots of ideas... Read More →
Published on November 25th, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
Everyone likes to smell delicious! Many of us turn to perfumes and colognes to make us smell better, but some of these perfumes might actually be harming our bodies. Unfortunately most common perfumes are made with [&hellip... Read More →
Published on November 22nd, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
Pono Home is changing the face of green living in Honolulu. Pono is a Hawaiian word that translates to uprightness, balance, righteousness, or correctness. This sense of balance or uprightness inspires the ethos of Pono Home, which [&hellip... Read More →
Published on November 20th, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
Hawaii is an amazing island state for hiking, swimming, surfing and… renewable energy innovation! According to Energy Excelerator, “Hawaii has the ideal economic conditions for launching a clean energy company” and also some of the most [&hellip... Read More →
Published on November 18th, 2013 | by The Green Divas
FIRST, let me say that we here at the Green Divas strive to promote a healthy, low-stress holiday season that involves buying less, making more (DIY), and buying local. But when you do buy a gift, please try to make sure it is sustainably-made, thoughtful and of course that it promotes a healthier, greener lifestyle! ... Read More →
Published on November 18th, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
3 commentsMy trash awareness came to me a few years ago. I noticed that I was buying too many disposable items which were tossed after a period of use. But I began to question to where these [&hellip... Read More →
Published on November 15th, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
2 commentsHave you ever considered the environmental impact of the tampons and pads we use each month? Are you looking for ways to green your period? Recently, I’ve been considering my options for dealing with my monthly [&hellip... Read More →
Published on November 15th, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
Ready to think outside of the (recyclable) box? Today is “America Recycles Day” and to honor this, Recyclebank, the company that rewards people for taking everyday green actions with discounts and deals, developed a list of [&hellip... Read More →
Published on November 13th, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
How often do you really think of your garbage? For most of us, the answer is probably not often! Most of us probably do some recycling, maybe you do some composting. And surely you’ve read the [&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