5 Ways to Simplify Your Virtual Life
August 15th, 2011 | by Guest Contributor
More and more people are consciously turning to simple living as a reaction against materialism and mass consumption. We try [&hellip
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Food Trucks – Bringing Local to You
August 10th, 2011 | by Guest Contributor
Thanks to Michele Obama, there has been a bit of press lately about the idea of a food desert - an area where healthy, affordable food is hard to find. One interesting idea is to have food trucks bring the local fare directly to those in need.
Bee Friendly, Bee Kind
August 3rd, 2011 | by Guest Contributor
Bees are disappearing. Here are helpful tips on keeping bees alive
Can It Forward
July 27th, 2011 | by Guest Contributor
Can It Forward Day is August 13th. Learn everything you need to learn in canning and preserve summers' bounty for you to enjoy all year round.
Package-Free Groceries?
July 20th, 2011 | by Guest Contributor
Does package-free grocery shopping sound like green heaven? It may soon be possible for those living in Austin, Texas
Composting for the Masses
July 12th, 2011 | by Guest Contributor
Everyone should compost. It's so easy and a great way to do your small part to help our environment. But what does it take to compost?
Recyclebank and Green Your Vacation Challenge
July 11th, 2011 | by Guest Contributor
This year, nearly 900 million tourists worldwide hit the roads, skies and seas in pursuit of some R&R. This takes a heavy toll on local ecosystems, water, air and wildlife. But greening your vacation doesn’t require a complete lifestyle upheaval; there are tons of simple changes you can make to your summer vacation (or staycation!) plans to reduce the impact on the environment.
Ways to Make a Green Start to 2011
February 7th, 2011 | by Guest Contributor
For the last decade now it seems that every year, the social and political push to become a greener person [&hellip
Food Not Lawns Wants to Replant Your Yard
October 27th, 2010 | by Guest Contributor
My mother kept a garden in my childhood backyard and considered it a point of pride. This summer my housemates [&hellip
Did You Know You Can Get Free Solar on Your Home in Eight US States?
October 13th, 2010 | by Guest Contributor
There are now at least eight states in the US where you can get a free solar system to supply [&hellip
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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