March 5th, 2017 | by Guest Contributor
Envision was my first festival, and at every turn the producers showed that they are committed to creating the world's most Sustainable Festival. Water, buildings, foods, power generation, waste and more were thought out and organized in advance, and it was amazing
January 7th, 2017 | by Carolyn Fortuna
How do you get started in community organizing around a progressive issue that will impact our planet positively
January 3rd, 2017 | by Scott Cooney
I've been lucky enough to experience multiple Wanderlust Oahu events, and I hope you decide to go this year too!
January 2nd, 2017 | by Scott Cooney
When you think of an intentional community, do you envision a rural setting far away from it all with people [&hellip
January 2nd, 2017 | by Scott Cooney
Caboo makes tree-free toilet paper and other products from sustainable bamboo and sugar cane.
December 30th, 2016 | by Guest Contributor
Choose to make 2017 your greenest year yet! These five simple sustainable lifestyle resolutions will have you taking climate action into your hands and making greener choices for our planet.
December 27th, 2016 | by Scott Cooney
Animal agriculture is the elephant in the room when it comes to sustainability; solar and EVs are great, but I think it's going to be lab grown meat that makes the biggest impact on our sustainable future.
December 6th, 2016 | by Steve Hanley
Join us this weekend in bringing the best green lifestyle event to Portland! The Green Festival is at the Oregon Convention Center December 9-11 and we'll be there too!
November 15th, 2016 | by TerraCycle
Five awesome upcycled and recycled DIY Thanksgiving crafts from our friends at TerraCycle
November 8th, 2016 | by Carolyn Fortuna
Green festivals incorporate environmental considerations to minimize their negative impacts through reduction of waste, water, and energy, use of fair [&hellip
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 Recipes
Bathroom 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 Conservation
HVAC 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 LintEater
Yard & Garage:
— How To Test And Maintain Your Car’s Tire Pressure
— Water efficiency for the irrigation systems
