6 Easy Ways to Upcycle a T-shirt
November 4th, 2011 | by Lynn Fang
Don't worry about those excess piles of T-shirts you're never going to wear - you can fashion them into all sorts of useful new things
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6 Natural Tips to Winterize Your Hair Effortlessly
October 31st, 2011 | by Sonya Kanelstrand
Winter is approaching quickly this year, and with it come below-zero temperatures and indoor heating, both leading to dry and lifeless hair. Here is a list of 6 easy to follow natural tips you can use to prepare your hair for the long and cold winter months
Corporations to Kick Out of Your Kitchen
October 13th, 2011 | by Vivian Nelson Melle
While there is an unfair advantage benefiting the rich, there are a few changes that can make a difference in what fills your fridge and pantry. Here are just a few ways to ease the stress on your pocket book by breaking corporate control of your kitchen
Tips For A Green and Warm Winter Home
October 7th, 2011 | by Chris Keenan
Winter is coming and with it the cold. Following are a few home tips to keep green and warm this winter.
Simplify Your Green Living
September 17th, 2011 | by Lynn Fang
Going green is no easy business. It takes a good chunk of your precious time and energy. So what can you do to help make this process a bit smoother and more enjoyable
Bolivia Goes Car-Free on National Day of the Pedestrian
September 7th, 2011 | by Guest Contributor
Nine cities in Bolivia went car-free this past Sunday, in honor of National Day of the Pedestrian. The first Sunday of September is being planned as annual day of for the pedestrians.
How To Make Low Alcohol Hand Sanitizer
September 6th, 2011 | by Vivian Nelson Melle
Did you know, the drying alcohol in traditional sanitizers can cause dryness leading to cracks and microscopic tears in your skin leaving you even more susceptible to infections? In addition, the content of alcohol serves as a danger to children. Here is a simple recipe for making natural hand sanitizers with lower alcohol content which keeps hands clean, while nourishing
How to build a clay oven
September 2nd, 2011 | by Guest Contributor
A 10 step guide to building an outdoor clay oven. Perfect for home baked pizza's and bread!
How To Make Sour Cream
August 18th, 2011 | by Vivian Nelson Melle
Instead of clogging up the recycle bin, why not make your own sour cream and save both the environment and your wallet? Making this dairy staple takes only two ingredients and a container for storage, preferably glass
5 Ways to Simplify Your Virtual Life
August 15th, 2011 | by Guest Contributor
More and more people are consciously turning to simple living as a reaction against materialism and mass consumption. We try [&hellip
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Efficiency Resources
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