Published on October 25th, 2018 | by Guest Contributor
The term “green garden” might sound somewhat ridiculous as after all, that’s what pretty much everyone in the world wants. Of course, we’re not talking about the literal version here, but more so the eco side [&hellip... Read More →
Published on October 25th, 2018 | by TerraCycle
It’s the buzzword of the construction industry right now and it would be fair to say that homes are being developed with green technologies that would have never been considered just a few years ago. But [&hellip... Read More →
Published on October 19th, 2018 | by TerraCycle
Clean eating is easier than ever, but what is the cost of convenience? Healthy options are now overly packaged and wasteful- how can you make smarter choices? ... Read More →
Published on October 17th, 2018 | by Sponsored Content
When you purchase an existing home, you don’t have much say over the home’s architecture, materials, or systems. You basically have to live with whatever the original builder decided to do. This is why home additions and extensions are so exciting. They allow you, the homeowner, to have control over the eco-friendliness of your home without building a new structure from scratch. ... Read More →
Published on October 8th, 2018 | by Guest Contributor
Home ownership is always a great goal. It’s a significant step towards becoming financially independent. But in order to be an environmentally conscious individual, you also have to pay attention to issues like energy efficiency and [&hellip... Read More →
Published on September 25th, 2018 | by Andrea Bertoli
It's easier than ever to be a conscious AND stylish consumer: Mother Erth makes unique handbags handbags, totes, and clutches from upcycled waste materials, and has a big social impact too... Read More →
Published on September 24th, 2018 | by Sponsored Content
If you are committed to a greener home, you need to look out for those energy draining vampires that drive up your energy costs and damage the environment a few watts at a time. Learn more about what energy vampires to look out for here. ... Read More →
Published on September 21st, 2018 | by Sponsored Content
Unfortunately buying a new car is never going to be 100% cruelty free and vegan. Of course you’ll want to avoid buying a car with a leather interior but there are many other factors to consider. Many of the cloth options available will have been treated with dyes made from animal products and even the steel and aluminium used to make the frame may have been lubricated using animal fat. Similarly the rubber and plastic used for the tyres and other components of a new car are often toughened using tallow... Read More →
Published on September 17th, 2018 | by Sponsored Content
One of the biggest issues that’s currently being faced is the country’s failing water infrastructure, as the country’s aging water infrastructure is a serious problem. Reports have been published by the American Water Works Association urging action, as these mains are reaching their expiration date and need attention... Read More →
Published on September 12th, 2018 | by Andrea Bertoli
It’s been a pretty active Pacific and Atlantic hurricane season, and as Olivia is dumping rain on Hawaii and Florence is on a path to crash into the Eastern seaboard, it’s important to know why hurricanes [&hellip... Read More →
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 Recipes
Bathroom 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 Conservation
HVAC 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 LintEater
Yard & Garage:
— How To Test And Maintain Your Car’s Tire Pressure
— Water efficiency for the irrigation systems