Open Source Permaculture: Bringing Permaculture to Everyone
March 14th, 2012 | by Lynn Fang
Help make Open Source Permaculture a reality, and give the gift of Permaculture to everyone!
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Judge Throws Out Organic Farmers’ Suit Against Monsanto
March 7th, 2012 | by Lynn Fang
Last week, U.S. Federal District Judge Naomi Buchwald dismissed the lawsuit brought by thousands of organic farmers against agribusiness giant [&hellip
Homemade Toothpaste: No Fluoride Necessary
February 29th, 2012 | by Lynn Fang
Easy ways to make your own fluoride-free toothpaste
Save Water with Composting Toilets
February 22nd, 2012 | by Lynn Fang
Composting toilets are easy, green, and don't smell bad!
McDonald’s Plans to Get Rid of Gestation Crates
February 15th, 2012 | by Lynn Fang
combating factory farm animal abuse
Silicon Valley Startups Bridge the Gap Between Farmers and You
February 10th, 2012 | by Lynn Fang
Online innovations strengthen the local food economy
Practicing Mindfulness
February 3rd, 2012 | by Lynn Fang
How can you be more conscious of your actions and take care of your happiness at the same time
How to Recycle Brita Filters
February 1st, 2012 | by Lynn Fang
Got a Brita filter at home? Learn how to recycle Brita filters to reduce your waste and turn the plastics into something awesome.
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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