What is Cradle to Cradle Manufacturing?
June 14th, 2019 | by Guest Contributor
Cradle to cradle manufacturing is a style of making things that keeps the future in mind. In response to the [&hellip
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5 Modern Trends to Consider in Your Kitchen Design
February 13th, 2019 | by Guest Contributor
Kitchens are the most commonly remodeled room in the home- here are five modern trends to consider with your new kitchen design
Green Gardens: Are They Possible?
January 22nd, 2019 | by Guest Contributor
When it comes to gardening, you’ve likely heard the phrase “green thumbs–” implying that someone has a natural affinity or [&hellip
5 Tips for Winterizing Your Boat the Green Way
November 14th, 2018 | by Guest Contributor
Sadly, boating season is over in most parts of the country. This means it’s time to winterize your boat and [&hellip
How to Master the Green Garden
October 25th, 2018 | by Guest Contributor
The term “green garden” might sound somewhat ridiculous as after all, that’s what pretty much everyone in the world wants. [&hellip
4 Things to Consider When Building an Energy Efficient Home
October 8th, 2018 | by Guest Contributor
Home ownership is always a great goal. It’s a significant step towards becoming financially independent. But in order to be [&hellip
Unique Handbags made from Eco-Friendly Materials
September 25th, 2018 | by Guest Contributor
It's easier than ever to be a conscious AND stylish consumer: Mother Erth makes unique handbags handbags, totes, and clutches from upcycled waste materials, and has a big social impact too
Hurricane Season is Upon Us: Learning More and Preparing for Hurricanes from NEEF
September 12th, 2018 | by Guest Contributor
It’s been a pretty active Pacific and Atlantic hurricane season, and as Olivia is dumping rain on Hawaii and Florence [&hellip
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August 30th, 2018 | by Guest Contributor
What’s wrong with plastic wrap? Plastic wrap is made from petroleum, and as such, is not something you’d want to [&hellip
What is Kapok and How is it Used?
August 14th, 2018 | by Guest Contributor
What is kapok? It's a fluffy natural fiber that comes from tropical trees, and it's an awesome natural fiber solution for a more natural bedroom.
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Efficiency Resources
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 RecipesBathroom 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 ConservationHVAC 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 LintEaterYard & Garage:
— How To Test And Maintain Your Car’s Tire Pressure
— Water efficiency for the irrigation systems