Skip the Bus Station–Take a Staycation
October 30th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
With soaring prices at the pump and high-ticket prices at the airports, taking a vacation seems unaffordable, and therefore the [&hellip
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Tasty Green Halloween Treats
October 27th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
Parents: Is the anticipation of the oncoming seasonal sugar rush keeping you up at night? Are you already planning how [&hellip
A Spoonful of Natural Sugar
October 26th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
Whether you are looking to cut calories, eat less processed food, or simply experiment with different flavors, there are so [&hellip
Solar Power Your Car
October 25th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
Despite prototype solar vehicles at car shows, solar auto racing competitions, and the upcoming (and pricey) Tesla Motors electric vehicle [&hellip
Halloween Eco-Bits from “Green & Clean Mom” Founder Sommer Poquette
October 24th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
Any holiday can be daunted with wastefulness, plastic decorations, blinking lights, an abundance of cheap decorations and “stuff” that just [&hellip
Gourmet Food for Healthy Babies
October 22nd, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
Adults who buy organic know that organic foods are grown without the use of pesticides, making them less toxic for [&hellip
Green Insulation Leads to Safety and Savings
October 20th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
While it isn’t difficult to plan a green building from scratch, many eco-conscious individuals who have a desire to convert [&hellip
7 Basic Keys to Successful Fair Trade Relationships
October 16th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
In honor of Fair Trade month, we thought we’d share seven basics keys to every successful Fair Trade relationship. These [&hellip
Green Building/Remodeling
October 14th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
It used to be that years ago home builders weren’t terribly concerned about building materials and their impact on the [&hellip
Keep Up with the Latest Green News
October 10th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
The Green Revolution has brought with it its share of required reading. Over the past few years, the market has [&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