Solar Heating for Green Homes
December 17th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
While using solar thermal energy to heat domestic water is fairly standard practice throughout the world, the U.S. is certainly [&hellip
Browsing the "Alternative Energy" Category
GTR: Solar Water Heating Systems with the Artha Sustainable Living Center
November 3rd, 2007 | by Guest Contributor
Sean Daily, Green Living Ideas’ Editor-In-Chief, discusses solar water heating systems with Bob Ramlow, Author and Owner of the Artha [&hellip
The Uses of Geothermal Energy
October 22nd, 2007 | by Scott Cooney
The uses of geothermal energy in homes, farming, industry, infrastructure, and electricity
What is Renewable/Alternative Energy?
October 22nd, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
Because of concerns over climate change and dependence on foreign oil, we are constantly scrambling to find alternative energy sources [&hellip
Ethanol as a Fuel
October 22nd, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
During the gasoline crisis of the late 70’s and early 80’s, a product called gasohol was popular in parts of [&hellip
Buying Biofuels
October 22nd, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
Do you heat your home with oil? If so, you may want to look for a biofuels supplier in your [&hellip
Ethanol: Green Fuel of the Future?
October 21st, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
Lately, there seems to be as much feverish hype around corn ethanol as there was around a certain other treasure [&hellip
Solar Energy and Photovoltaics: A Primer
October 16th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
Among the most promising technologies that we have in the effort to fight global warming is photovoltaics, or PV. PV [&hellip
GTR: Affordable Wind Power Appliances with Mariah Power
October 13th, 2007 | by Guest Contributor
Sean Daily, Green Living Ideas’ Editor-In-Chief, talks about affordable wind power appliances for residential and commercial use with Mike Hess, [&hellip
Advantages/Disadvantages of Hydropower
October 12th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
Hydropower (which is referred to as micro hydro when used in home-based installations) currently provides 10 percent of the electricity [&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