Fun Eco-Friendly Apps for Green Living
October 18th, 2011 | by Vivian Nelson Melle
Living an eco-conscious life can be difficult, luckily smart phones are turning the tide with apps that do much of the [&hellip
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Blog Action Day 2011: Rising Food Prices
October 16th, 2011 | by Karen Lee
Today is Blog Action Day and World Food Day. Food prices increased by 25% this year. With world population increasing every year, we have to educate our communities about food and the effects our habits have on the planet that affect food supply and prices.
The Power of Community Organizing: Pittsburgh’s Ban on Fracking
October 7th, 2011 | by Lynn Fang
You have the power to create real change. The citizens of Pittsburgh have banned fracking in their town while also taking away rights to corporate personhood. How can you do the same for your community
5 Popular and Healthful Autumn Produce Choices
October 6th, 2011 | by Vivian Nelson Melle
A wonderful indication of the connection of earth and human is the healing and preventative natural of eating seasonal vegetables. Here are 5 popular autumn produce items to pick up at the market
Make Green Lifestyle Your Protest Against Greed
October 4th, 2011 | by Vivian Nelson Melle
One of the easiest protests you can take part in is living a green life. Here are 4 ways to make the green lifestyle your protest against greed
Winterize Your Skin with Natural Beauty Treatments
September 29th, 2011 | by Vivian Nelson Melle
Worry a little less about allergic reactions, chemicals and poor animal treatment by winterizing your skin with natural beauty treatments
Fall is a Great Time for Recycling Clothes
September 20th, 2011 | by Vivian Nelson Melle
Most recycled clothes are gently used or can still have their tags making them a valuable gift for someone less fortunate. And less face it, there are many falling into that category today. Here is why fall is a great time for recycling clothes and who those clothes can benefit
How To Make Your Own Reusable Cleaning Wipes
September 15th, 2011 | by Vivian Nelson Melle
Drop the disposable cleaning wipe, step away from that plastic container so you can learn how to make your own reusable cleaning wipes
Slow Food Challenge: Can you do it?
September 14th, 2011 | by Guest Contributor
Slow Food USA is having a "Slow Food Challenge" on September 17th. Can you do it? Can you make a meal on $5?
5 Reasons to Choose Beeswax Candles
September 13th, 2011 | by Vivian Nelson Melle
Beeswax has been the lighting staple for homesteading for years and is now becoming popular for modern, urban families as well. Here are 5 reasons to choose beeswax candles
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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