Published on May 6th, 2019 | by Sarah Dephillips
Want to start your own worm compost (also known as vermicast) bin, but not sure where to start? You’ve landed in the right place. To the beginner, worm composting can seem a little gross (do I [&hellip... Read More →
Published on May 1st, 2019 | by Sarah Dephillips
You may have heard the term CSA, or Community Supported Agriculture as the model grows in popularity. But what is a CSA, and how to you know if CSA membership is right for you? Well, if [&hellip... Read More →
Published on April 30th, 2019 | by Sponsored Content
It’s tempting to believe every aspect of the sharing economy is somehow more sustainable than traditional options. Airbnb and carpooling seem like sustainable alternatives to hotels and taxis. In some ways, they might be. However, there is clear evidence that Uber and Lyft aren’t really that green... Read More →
Published on April 29th, 2019 | by Sarah Dephillips
LED Light Therapy – Helpful or Harmful? A reader recently asked us about the safety of cosmetic LED light therapy in the form of a facial mask. The product is a face mask covered with tiny [&hellip... Read More →
Published on April 29th, 2019 | by Sponsored Content
Humans have always been very creative in trying to survive. Come to think of it, in this world we are not really built to survive. We do not have the claws to defend ourselves, not enough [&hellip... Read More →
Published on April 28th, 2019 | by Sponsored Content
Eco-friendly decorating for your home has never been easier. More and more brands are jumping on the trend of releasing alternative green products. But doing your bit for the planet when decorating, doesn’t just come down to the types of products you buy. ... Read More →
Published on April 23rd, 2019 | by Sarah Dephillips
Recycling has been on the forefront of the green movement since the 1970s. It makes individuals and businesses alike feel better about the amount of trash we all produce. But lately the face of recycling is [&hellip... Read More →
Published on April 16th, 2019 | by Sarah Dephillips
We all know that plastic waste is becoming an acute problem on land and in our oceans. While many people aspire to a zero-waste lifestyle, suddenly removing every morsel of single use plastic from your daily [&hellip... Read More →
Published on March 27th, 2019 | by Scott Cooney
At Green Living Ideas, we love to talk about steps anyone can take to make the world a better place. One of the most powerful is voting. Perhaps an even more powerful one, just due to [&hellip... Read More →
Published on February 20th, 2019 | by Scott Cooney
Wanderlust, the holistic eco-festival that I’ve long dreamed of being a groupie for, has added an immersion experience to its festival lineups. Wanderlust festivals happen in all the coolest places–Whistler, Tahoe, Snowshoe, Tremblant, San Francisco, and [&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