Pono Home Launches Crowdfunding Campaign!
January 17th, 2014 | by Guest Contributor
Recently we wrote about one of our favorite new companies, Pono Home. They’ve just launched a crowdfunding campaign, and we [&hellip
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AGL Solar: Helping Australia go Solar
December 19th, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
Solar energy, like many other clean tech innovations, continues to gain popularity as citizens around the world learn about limited [&hellip
Pono Home: Creating Greener, Healthier Homes
November 22nd, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
Pono Home is changing the face of green living in Honolulu. Pono is a Hawaiian word that translates to uprightness, [&hellip
7 Home Energy Efficiency Tips!
October 24th, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
Buying a new home is an exciting venture, though it might seem daunting for those looking to have the least [&hellip
How to Cook with Cast Iron Pans
September 26th, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
We love cooking in cast iron pans! Cast iron pans are great for so many reasons. Here we’ll share our [&hellip
Give Your Home an Energy Efficiency Makeover
February 20th, 2009 | by Stephanie Evans
Have you given your home an energy efficiency makeover recently? Given rising electricity, oil and natural gas prices, a home [&hellip
What is an Energy Efficient Mortgage and How Can I Get One?
November 5th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
If you are considering home ownership in this buyer’s market, it is important to know that the U.S. Department of [&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