Strategic Group of Calgary drives big change with Strategically Green Initiative
July 31st, 2015 | by Guest Contributor
Several years ago, journalist Homa Khaleeli recounted in The Guardian her experience with trying to be green at work. [&hellip
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LED vs. CFL vs. Incandescent: costs, benefits, and data (Infographic)
July 6th, 2015 | by Scott Cooney
After being used for over 100 years it’s fairly safe to say that the incandescent bulb is old technology and it [&hellip
Louie Santaguida and his goal of creating zero energy condominiums
June 10th, 2015 | by Sponsored Content
Reducing the environmental impact of the buildings we inhabit will be a major step toward reducing our CO2 emissions and [&hellip
6 Natural Remedies for Heartburn
May 16th, 2014 | by Zion Lights
Many of us have experienced heartburn from time to time but when it becomes a regular occurrence it can become [&hellip
Nissan Highlights Quiet of Electric Cars By Running Race Through Sleeping Town
May 3rd, 2014 | by Zachary Shahan
Electric cars have many benefits: excellent efficiency, a super smooth ride, amazing acceleration, no tailpipe emissions, no reliance on foreign [&hellip
Eco-Vacations: When You Must Drive, Drive Efficiently
May 18th, 2012 | by Vivian Nelson Melle
Eco-vacations are all the rage with trips to the rain forest or stays on organic farms. Sometimes the only get away is a road trip to a nearby state or town. The most eco-friendly vacation is one spent at home, but not everyone can enjoy a "staycation" and most can't afford extravagant "greencations". So if you need to hit the road to enjoy some down town this summer, there are some tricks to help make your road trip more eco-sound. When you must drive, here are some ways to drive efficiently
Teach Green Living with Gingerbread Houses
December 22nd, 2011 | by Vivian Nelson Melle
Many families are making major green improvements to their living that can be highlighted while enjoying a favorite holiday past time. This year you can teach green living with gingerbread houses to show young ones how your actions can make a difference towards a positive future
5 Eco-Friendly Beers to Savor
September 7th, 2011 | by Lynn Fang
Do you like beer? Here are five eco-friendly beers to try, if you want to support green breweries.
USGBC Locates $72 Billion Potential to Power Down American Buildings
May 25th, 2010 | by Susan Kraemer
The Obama administration has already proved to be quite nimble – despite a locked-down Senate that is wading through molasses [&hellip
Celebrate Hot Tea Month with a Greener Cuppa
January 13th, 2010 | by Guest Contributor
Did you know January was Hot Tea Month? Me neither… apparently, though, the Tea Council of the US saw the [&hellip
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Lighting
— How to Use a Light Meter to Set Appropriate Light Levels
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— LED vs. CFL vs. Incandescent light bulbs
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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
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— 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
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— Energy Efficiency for Window AC units
— How to clean the furnace motor for efficiency
— Efficient furnace filters
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— How to Insulate Your Electrical Outlets
— Weatherstripping 101
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— How To Insulate Old Windows Without Buying New: Energy-Saving Window Inserts
— Check (and fill) insulation gaps using a laser thermometer
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— 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
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