Companies we love: The Base Project (and a Giveaway!)
March 18th, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
Namibia is home to an expansive landscape, fantastical wildlife and thriving tribal cultures. Yet the nation is also plagued with [&hellip
Browsing the "Africa" Tag
How to Make a Difference During World Water Week
August 25th, 2011 | by Vivian Nelson Melle
This is World Water Week and the following are just a few ways you can bring change in the world's water supply.
Great Green Wall of Trees for Africa
July 15th, 2010 | by Zachary Shahan
The Global Environment Facility (GEF), in an effort to lessen desertification and drought in Africa, is helping to plant a [&hellip
Why Don’t We Care About Thousands of Other Oil Spills?
June 10th, 2010 | by Zachary Shahan
About 300 oils spills a year occur in the Niger Delta. In fact, a large one from an ExxonMobil pipe [&hellip
Once-in-a Millennium Chance to Make a Clean Powered Future
December 11th, 2009 | by Susan Kraemer
Not all 6 billion of us use fossil fuels. The last one or two billion, in energy poverty; don’t yet [&hellip
Harnessing the Wind with Junk: Malawian Wind Inventor William Kamkwamba
September 30th, 2009 | by Derek Markham
A 14 year old Malawian boy with a meager education became a hero for many in his remote rural village [&hellip
Sustainable Fashion’s Many Alternative Materials
September 7th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
The word “clothing” implies a range of uses, from the purely utilitarian to the inarguably luxurious. Clothing keeps us warm [&hellip
Eco Eyewear for Greener Vision
September 4th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
Eco eyewear may be easily overlooked, but stylish, sustainable options are right before your eyes. Whether you’re looking for reading [&hellip
Luggage with an Eco Conscience
March 30th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
For the eco-conscious traveler, choosing green luggage saves pollutants from entering the air and environment. It also supports merchants and [&hellip
Natural Deodorants and Antiperspirants
February 26th, 2008 | by Guest Contributor
Wondering why natural antiperspirants and deodorants are better than their conventional cousins? Here's everything you need to know, including which natural brands work!
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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