GTR: What to Look for in Energy-Efficient PCs with Dell
October 30th, 2007 | by Guest Contributor
Sean Daily, Green Living Ideas’ Editor-In-Chief, discusses green computing and what to look for in energy-efficient PCs with Mark Newton, [&hellip
Browsing the "Technology" Category
Technology and the Environment
October 22nd, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
Power hungry servers, old toxic computers thrown into local landfills, plastic CDs, and ink cartridges litter our neighborhoods. From some standpoints, [&hellip
Where Do Old Computers Go?
October 22nd, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
Electronic equipment is a major source of hazardous waste, and needs to be disposed of properly to prevent hazardous substances [&hellip
Green Computing
October 22nd, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
We love our computers. We use them to socialize, learn, play, work and shop. But how much electricity is that [&hellip
Green Technology
October 22nd, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
If you were to list the greenest things on the planet, it’s unlikely that technology would earn a spot anywhere [&hellip
Recycling Paper With Sustainable Living
October 22nd, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
As you lug yet another pile of paper to your local recycling center, you may be wondering exactly how spending [&hellip
The Uses of Geothermal Energy
October 22nd, 2007 | by Scott Cooney
The uses of geothermal energy in homes, farming, industry, infrastructure, and electricity
Energy Star Computing
October 22nd, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
Practically every computer sold nowadays comes with some sort of power management utility built into the operating system. However, in [&hellip
Enable Power Save
October 22nd, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
“Power save” is generally an option that can be used in a computer, monitor, or most other electronic devices. The [&hellip
Eco Friendly Technology
October 22nd, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
The goal of any technology is to make our lives better. Whether it makes us more productive in the workplace [&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