Weird trick cuts electric bill and makes your fans cool you better
August 20th, 2020 | by Scott Cooney
It’s hot out, amiright? Death Valley just registered the hottest temp ever recorded in planet earth’s history. Thanks to the [&hellip
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Choosing The Right Windows For Your Home
January 3rd, 2019 | by Sponsored Content
When it’s time to upgrade your home’s windows, you need to consider what type are right for you carefully. Before you buy, then, ask yourself these four questions – they’ll help guide you to the perfect windows for your home, and your budget
How to Ensure Your Home Addition is Green
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.
4 Things to Consider When Building an Energy Efficient Home
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 [&hellip
Efficiency: Solar Power’s First Round of Defense
May 14th, 2018 | by Sponsored Content
Solar power is great, but before considering solar panels for your home (or business), dive into energy efficiency to ensure you get the best value for your solar budget
Keeping Businesses Bright – 5 Tips To Cut Down a Growing Energy Bill
February 2nd, 2018 | by Sponsored Content
By implementing these simple tips in your workplace, you’ll be able to see immediate changes in your energy bill the next month. When it comes to reducing energy consumption, every bit counts. It’s time to promote awareness about energy saving tactics and make your office an environmentally conscious workspace for the future
How Americans are Saving Over 30% on Water Heating Costs, According to Energy.gov
January 31st, 2018 | by Sponsored Content
If you're looking to save money on water heating costs, switching to a tankless water heater is a great way to save 37-50% on your water heating costs. Learn more with this handy guide.
Holiday Energy-Saving Tips
December 4th, 2017 | by Guest Contributor
The holidays are almost here, and can be both a joyous and financially stressful time. With cooler weather, more time [&hellip
Oven Leaking Hot Air? Here’s how to Fix an Oven Seal
July 7th, 2017 | by Guest Contributor
Ensuring that your oven is sealed properly makes better baked goods and improves efficiency. Here's how you can easily and quickly fix an oven seal
Fenway Park Rooftop Garden Offers Environmental Benefits to Baseball Stadium
December 15th, 2016 | by Carolyn Fortuna
If you’re thinking about getting tickets to see a 2017 Red Sox game at historic Fenway Park in Boston, may [&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