5 Sustainable Brands Doing Good for Your Body and for the Planet
July 25th, 2016 | by TerraCycle
TerraCycle shares the stories of five great brands that are making a difference for your body and the planet with sustainable practices and products.
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Yes, You can Leave your Bottle Caps on for Recycling!
July 18th, 2016 | by Guest Contributor
Did you know that it's better to leave the caps on for bottles to ensure they are actually recycled? Learn how Preserve and Gimme5 are ensuring the caps get recycled.
5 Easy Ways to Make Your Home Green and Eco-friendly
July 12th, 2016 | by Guest Contributor
The paradigm is shifting for those of us who are looking to live a permanent eco-friendly lifestyle, especially when it [&hellip
LEDs and EMFs: What you Need to Know
June 7th, 2016 | by Guest Contributor
How much do we really know about the connection between EMFs and health concerns. Should we worry about our LED bulbs and EMFs
Share YOUR Sustainability Story!
May 24th, 2016 | by Guest Contributor
We're offering you a chance to share your sustainability story with our readers! Fill out our simple form to get started and inspire others on the green path.
TetraPak Delivers 200 Billion FSC Labeled Products Since 2007
April 23rd, 2016 | by Steve Hanley
Since 2007, TetraPak has delivered nearly 200 billion FSC labeled products to its customers worldwide.
It’s Time to Rethink Hemp Production in the US
April 21st, 2016 | by Guest Contributor
Hemp holds a world of promise as a crop for food, fuel and raw product. It's partly legal to grow, but what is holding the industry back from full growth
Easy Fermentation Projects + 5 Vegan Fermented Food Recipes
March 30th, 2016 | by Guest Contributor
Learn our tricks for healthful and delicious homemade fermentation projects, from kim chi to kraut to kefir to help get your gut in shape!
Dealing With Black Mold – 5 Steps to a Safer Home
March 16th, 2016 | by Guest Contributor
Black mold – also called Stachybotrus chartarum – is a toxic mold. This article details natural ways to help mitigate its negative effects.
Are Uber and Lyft Really that Green?
March 14th, 2016 | by Guest Contributor
I like to think of all sharing economy options, like rideshare, carpool, and shared home services like Airbnb as more [&hellip
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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:
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