Five Green Surprises From Habitat for Humanity
March 28th, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
Habitat for Humanity is a great organization that works to create simple, decent, and affordable to low-income families around the [&hellip
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Companies we love: The Base Project (and a Giveaway!)
March 18th, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
Namibia is home to an expansive landscape, fantastical wildlife and thriving tribal cultures. Yet the nation is also plagued with [&hellip
Homemade Kimchi for Fermentation Fun!
March 15th, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
Homemade kimchi is an awesome intro to homemade fermentation. It's easy, delicious and mega healthy for your body!
Book Review and Giveaway!
March 13th, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
If you are interested in food, farming, and learning more about the wide range of flavors available to you in [&hellip
Eco-Friendly Ways to Bundle up your Baby!
March 11th, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
Today we have a Guest Post from Leigh Saluzzi, a wife, mother and vegan activist. She is the Director of [&hellip
How Universities are going Green– An Infographic
March 9th, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
Here’s a super cool infographic that looks at how our institutions of higher education are leading the way in green [&hellip
Companies we Love: Blue Q designs
March 8th, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
I recently came across Blue Q– which makes the cutest STUFF ever. And by stuff, I mean bags, wallets, pencil [&hellip
Books that Changed Everything
March 7th, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
Falling in love with books is much like falling in love with humans: not only do they teach you new [&hellip
Why Bicycle Commuting Saves the Planet- An Infographic!
March 6th, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
This infographic was shared with us from our friends at Ridekick! Check out our post about them here
Composting Basics with Martha Stewart!
March 5th, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
Learn the basics of composting from the domestic goddess herself. She shares her tops for how to choose materials and how she makes the most of waste
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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