How To Install a High Efficiency Cache Aerator
December 18th, 2014 | by Peter Young
A great way to ensure that your home is using both water and energy efficiently is by installing a high [&hellip
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Edible Gifts for the Holidays: Green Gift Guide 2014
December 18th, 2014 | by Guest Contributor
Edible gifts are easy, delicious and super eco-friendly! Give the gift of homemade this holiday season as part of our Green Gift Guide
3 Homemade Toothpaste Recipes: Homemade Living
December 9th, 2014 | by Guest Contributor
We love making homemade body care, and homemade toothpaste is next on the list! Here we share some good reasons to switch to homemade toothpastes, along with a few recipes to get you started!
How To Measure Your Attic’s Temperature and Assess Insulation Needs
December 6th, 2014 | by Peter Young
Keeping your home properly insulated can a long way when it comes to ensuring that it’s using energy efficiently, but [&hellip
How To Turn On The Child Lock For Your Dishwasher
December 2nd, 2014 | by Peter Young
If you’re looking for a way to keep your child from adding a few “special dishes” or running a few [&hellip
How To Test The Flow Rate Of Your Kitchen Or Bathroom Faucets
November 25th, 2014 | by Peter Young
One of the best ways to make sure that your home is using water efficiently is to install high efficiency [&hellip
How To Use Timers In Your Home For Maximum Energy Efficiency
November 24th, 2014 | by Peter Young
Looking for an elegant and simple way to save money and make your home more energy efficient? Installing a timer [&hellip
Sustainable Fashion: The Top 50 DIY Recycled Jewelry Projects
January 17th, 2014 | by Guest Contributor
Looking to add more sustainable fashion to your wardrobe this year? We have 50 DIY recycled jewelry projects that you can try! If you’re anything like me, you love to add a little glam to your wardrobe with jewelry pieces. This year, I challenge you&hellip
Top 5 Foods to Always Make at Home (and Never Buy)
December 16th, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
Not sure where to start with homemade cooking? Start with these recipes for the 5 foods to always make at home (and never buy)
How to Create a School Garden
December 3rd, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
An epiphany dawns, warming you to your fingertips while a smile plays at the corner of your lips. Your face [&hellip
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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