March 23rd, 2017 | by Guest Contributor
You can choose a phone company that donates to progressive causes to help resist! Each month CREDO Mobile chooses three organizations to donate to, all dedicated to building a better world. The average monthly donation is about $150,000, and you get to choose! Vote with your dollars!
March 20th, 2017 | by Guest Contributor
Better waste management starts with better waste segregation. When the waste we produce, be it at home or office, is carefully segregated into different categories, the disposal of different elements of the waste becomes much easier and environmentally efficient
March 17th, 2017 | by Guest Contributor
Seems like a good idea to recycle our plastic into clothing, but these yoga pants and fleece jackets have a dirty secret. Learn more and take action with The Story of Stuff Project.
March 5th, 2017 | by Guest Contributor
Envision was my first festival, and at every turn the producers showed that they are committed to creating the world's most Sustainable Festival. Water, buildings, foods, power generation, waste and more were thought out and organized in advance, and it was amazing
February 21st, 2017 | by Guest Contributor
With sustainable landscaping, your yard and garden design can simultaneously address aesthetics and amenity, water management, air quality, climate modification, biodiversity, habitat creation and local food production! Let's get started!
February 10th, 2017 | by Guest Contributor
Permaculture (permanent + agriculture) is a practice that uses natural systems to create thriving growing environments. I’ve never studied permaculture, but I am so excited to have the opportunity to learn more about this integrative, sustainable solution at the upcoming Envision Festival in Costa Rica.
February 2nd, 2017 | by Guest Contributor
We all know that energy efficient technologies and greener routines are the future. Not necessarily because we prefer them or because [&hellip
January 31st, 2017 | by Guest Contributor
SuperEats makes healthy junk food that tastes great: puffs, chips, and kale crispies keep you snacking happy!
January 29th, 2017 | by Guest Contributor
Scrap metal is infinitely recyclable, so if you are so concerned about saving the environment from the ill effects of pollution, you must take a step forward towards metal recycling
January 16th, 2017 | by Guest Contributor
Between 30 to 40% of food goes uneaten in the United States, and it adds up quickly. This stunning report from NEEF explains all you need to know about food loss and food waste in the US.
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
