Published on October 1st, 2019 | by Scott Cooney
Here at Green Living Ideas, we love simple, elegant concepts that embody complex systems in a sustainable way. When they also result in a good time, we’re all in! Puzzles, for instance, are a type of [&hellip... Read More →
Published on August 30th, 2019 | by Sarah Dephillips
Next to grocery shopping, eating out can be one of the biggest waste-makers in our day-to-day lives. People eat out for a number of reasons – convenience, to spend time with friends, to experience good food. [&hellip... Read More →
Published on August 22nd, 2019 | by Sarah Dephillips
In our zero waste series, we’ve been digging a little more into those famous “3 Rs” – or at least two of the three. That’s because reducing and reusing are great tools in the zero waste [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 31st, 2019 | by Sarah Dephillips
Chlorine bleach has long been used for disinfecting surfaces and for whitening things. The environmental and health hazards of chlorine bleach are fairly well known. Additionally, bleach is hard on your clothing or other textiles, causing [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 30th, 2019 | by Sarah Dephillips
In this part of our zero waste series, we focus on the 2nd of the famous “3 Rs”. This, of course, is REUSE. Reuse comes second on this easy-to-remember list of ways to help the planet [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 23rd, 2019 | by Guest Contributor
If you love your home and that is where your heart is, then keeping it vibrant during seasonal changes must be one of your favorite things to do. However, in doing so, much waste is generated [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 23rd, 2019 | by Sarah Dephillips
In our zero waste series so far, we’ve focused on the first and most effective of the famous “3 Rs” – reduce. The best way to deal with waste is not to make it in the [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 15th, 2019 | by Sarah Dephillips
We’ve all heard it, and many of us have said it – sharing is caring! It’s usually a reminder we give to kids learning to share. But when did we adults forget how to share? Turns [&hellip... Read More →
Published on July 1st, 2019 | by Sarah Dephillips
In the last article of our zero waste series, we talked about how to reduce waste in categories we don’t even want. Cutting things like junk mail out first is a huge relief. It reduces clutter [&hellip... Read More →
Published on June 28th, 2019 | by Sponsored Content
Lawns aren’t the most resource-efficient landscaping — but in truth, most plants require some care that isn’t 100 percent sustainable, and a lawn is a functional and attractive feature that you might desire in your yard. You don’t need to take dire steps like eliminating your lawn to achieve an eco-friendlier landscape. By ensuring your lawn is as efficient as possible, you are helping solve the problem and maintaining an attractive yard, too... 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