Clean Technology Gets $300 Million from DOE
June 25th, 2009 | by Jennifer Lance
Good news for the clean technology sector! The Department of Energy has just announced it will fund $300 million of [&hellip
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How to Find an Eco-Friendly Water Heater
March 31st, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
You may not realize it but water heating is probably one of the largest domestic energy expenses on your utility [&hellip
Green Roofing Options
July 5th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
The most essential feature of any roof is dependability since it must keep the weather out. Roofs should also provide a barrier [&hellip
5 Great, Green Indoor Climate Control Tips
July 2nd, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
As average temperatures for our areas fluctuate by substantial degrees, finding low-impact climate control solutions for our personal spaces may [&hellip
4 Green Strategies for Keeping Cool
June 23rd, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
Keep It Out. Thick or insulated walls, shade trees, deep eaves, and window awnings are all useful for making sure [&hellip
Kitchen Appliances and Home Energy Conservation
December 18th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
Choosing green appliances for your kitchen conserves valuable natural resources and saves you money in the process. When it comes [&hellip
Energy-Efficient Doors
December 17th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
Your doors have to a lot to do, particularly exterior doors. Essentially, they need to prevent things you want to [&hellip
Green Gifting Guide: Green Tech
December 7th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
If you’re searching for trendy green tech toys this holiday seasons, you are certainly not alone! High tech is in [&hellip
Case Studies in Small Home Living
November 14th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
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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