GTR: Water Conservation Strategies for Green Homes with Kohler
October 17th, 2008 | by Guest Contributor
Host Sean Daily talks water conservation strategies and industry water efficiency standards with Rob Zimmerman of Kohler. Click Play Below,or
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Green Building/Remodeling
October 14th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
It used to be that years ago home builders weren’t terribly concerned about building materials and their impact on the [&hellip
Save Water and Money, One Flush at a Time!
October 6th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
Toilets use a large amount of water each time the handle is pressed. In toilets made before 1982, up to [&hellip
The Hunt for a Greener Plumber
September 19th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
In an age where being green is quickly becoming an industry standard, it shouldn’t be too difficult to find an [&hellip
GTR: Non-Toxic Paints for Green Homes with Mythic Paint
August 28th, 2008 | by Guest Contributor
GreenTalk Radio Host Sean Daily discusses safe, environmentally friendly paints for residential use with Rocky Prior, President and Chief Scientific [&hellip
Planet-Loving Plumbing
August 17th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
As the human population of planet Earth continues to grow, supplies of resources like fuel for energy and fresh water [&hellip
GTR: Water-Saving Fixtures with Kohler
August 14th, 2008 | by Guest Contributor
Sean Daily, Green Living Ideas’ Editor-In-Chief, discusses water-saving features in kitchen and bathroom fixtures with Rob Zimmerman, Senior Engineer-Water Conservation [&hellip
Eco Air Conditioning Ideas
July 9th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
Before there was air conditioning, human beings lived differently. In hot climates, in hot seasons, and at hot times of [&hellip
Green Roofing Options
July 5th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
The most essential feature of any roof is dependability since it must keep the weather out. Roofs should also provide a barrier [&hellip
5 Great, Green Indoor Climate Control Tips
July 2nd, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
As average temperatures for our areas fluctuate by substantial degrees, finding low-impact climate control solutions for our personal spaces may [&hellip
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Lighting
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— 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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