Thinking of taking shorter showers to save water? Nah – try this instead
February 23rd, 2022 | by Scott Cooney
You hear it often enough – want to save the planet? Try shaving 2 minutes off your shower every day. [&hellip
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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
Eco-Friendly Worksite Options – How to Have a Positive Impact
March 23rd, 2021 | by Sponsored Content
The traditional workplace has its characters. You will have the grafters, the chatters, and the procrastinators. Each site will have [&hellip
How Long Does it Take a Golf Ball to Decompose?
June 4th, 2019 | by Sarah Dephillips
There’s no denying that golf is a popular leisure sport in the United States and Europe. Golf courses are often [&hellip
How to Increase Biodiversity in Your Own Backyard
May 8th, 2019 | by Sarah Dephillips
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Green, Clean DIY Laundry Soap
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Fenway Park Rooftop Garden Offers Environmental Benefits to Baseball Stadium
December 15th, 2016 | by Carolyn Fortuna
If you’re thinking about getting tickets to see a 2017 Red Sox game at historic Fenway Park in Boston, may [&hellip
What is the Payback Period for a Refrigerator?
August 26th, 2016 | by Guest Contributor
We know that there are some inefficient things in our home that might need replacing, but there's always that question about whether it's worth the cost. Here's how to calculate the payback period for a refrigerator to see if it's worth it to switch.
What is Ecotourism?
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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