Advice on making your own personal care products
September 7th, 2021 | by Scott Cooney
You can absolutely make many of your own personal and cleaning products. Just like cooking your own food, when you [&hellip
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DIY Cashew milk – an encapsulation of climate solutions
August 9th, 2021 | by Scott Cooney
I started making cashew milk without thinking too much of it – it was just a fun hobby, was the [&hellip
Solar water heater system servicing and maintenance
April 9th, 2021 | by Scott Cooney
Solar water heaters are excellent money and environment savers. They do not need much maintenance and service, but a tuneup [&hellip
Dual flush toilets: how they work, whether they’re worth it, adapters, and how much you can save
April 8th, 2021 | by Scott Cooney
Dual flush toilets have been around for a while, but still aren’t standard in most building codes. That fact alone [&hellip
Upgrading a water heater: to go solar, heat pump, or tankless?
March 25th, 2021 | by Scott Cooney
The water heater is one of the bigger users of energy in the home, making that old heater you’ve got [&hellip
5 innovative and simple waste reduction strategies
November 19th, 2020 | by Scott Cooney
Waste is dumb. So let’s get rid of it shall we? With the boom in simplification and decluttering we’re seeing [&hellip
Sustainable parties and potlucks with no eco-guilt or shame – possible?
November 19th, 2020 | by Scott Cooney
We’ve all been there. You go to parties with some aspect of greenness, whether it’s shooting for zero waste or [&hellip
New Home Efficiency resource launched
October 21st, 2020 | by Scott Cooney
In collaboration with CleanTechnica, HomeEfficiency.com has launched a new resource for homeowners and renters to create a better utility bill [&hellip
Weird trick cuts electric bill and makes your fans cool you better
August 20th, 2020 | by Scott Cooney
It’s hot out, amiright? Death Valley just registered the hottest temp ever recorded in planet earth’s history. Thanks to the [&hellip
Installing a retractable clothesline (and tips for use) for saving money and the planet
August 5th, 2020 | by Scott Cooney
Along with the heating and cooling and water heater, your clothes dryer is typically in the top three energy users [&hellip
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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