Putting Reforestation On the Dollar Menu
May 16th, 2014 | by Peter Young
What can you get for a dollar these days? Well, a quick google search would show that you can buy [&hellip
Browsing the "Activism" Category
Edible City: The Movie
February 12th, 2014 | by Guest Contributor
There are so many things wrong with our food system: massive food recalls, false advertising, miracle weight-loss pills and more. [&hellip
Food Revolution: What is Pink Slime and Why Should you Care?
February 7th, 2014 | by Guest Contributor
Ever wondered exactly what is pink slime? Jamie Oliver, charming British chef and passionate activist for real food, breaks down [&hellip
Thanksgiving Recipes, Save the Honey Bees & Reducing Holiday Waste
November 25th, 2013 | by The Green Divas
Then we got to chat about some of Zeke's favorite Thanksgiving recipes that include honey (of course!). He talked about brining a turkey as well as cranberry sauce with honey. Lots of ideas
Build a Food Revolution in your Kitchen
September 27th, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
Oftentimes we think of revolutions as something on a grand scale, something bigger than us. But what if we RETHINK [&hellip
Book Review: Oil and Honey by Bill McKibben
September 23rd, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
Oil and Honey: The Education of an Unlikely Activist by Bill McKibben is a revelation– and a joy– to read. [&hellip
Homesteading Book Reviews
August 19th, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
From the archives, these homesteading book reviews feature two of my favorites from the past few years. The Homemade Living [&hellip
Entrepreneurship in Solid Waste Management
August 9th, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
Not everyone wants to talk about waste, but it’s a pretty damn important topic! Last week our Ecopreneurist Priti Ambini [&hellip
Easy Ways to Help Save the Honey Bees
August 6th, 2013 | by The Green Divas
When one stands before a hive of bees, one should say quite solemnly to oneself, ‘By way of the hive the whole cosmos enters man and makes him strong and able’ - Rudolf Steiner
Films that Will Inspire you to Go Green!
July 30th, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
If you are one of those people who still believes the earth will continue spinning no matter how much trash [&hellip
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Lighting
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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
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— 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
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— Changing The Sink Aerator
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— How To Install A Shower Flow Valve Adapter
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— How to clean the furnace motor for efficiency
— Efficient furnace filters
— How To Insulate Your Attic Duct System Step by Step
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— How To Insulate Old Windows Without Buying New: Energy-Saving Window Inserts
— Check (and fill) insulation gaps using a laser thermometer
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