Glitter-Sized Solar Panels Use 100 Times Less Silicon to Generate Electricity
January 20th, 2010 | by Jennifer Lance
As a preschool teacher, glitter is part of my world. These tiny, shiny flecks are loved by little children, yet [&hellip
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Cairo Slums Benefit From Homemade, Recycled Green Technology
January 5th, 2010 | by Jennifer Lance
Alternative energy and green living are often criticized as being only accessible to well-off individuals in developed nations. Out of [&hellip
Flexible, Thin Batteries Made from Algae
December 1st, 2009 | by Jennifer Lance
Algae is largely considered a nuisance and a sign of environmental degradation; however, it is also offering climate change solutions. [&hellip
New York-Style Winds Could Power the World 100 Times Over
July 8th, 2009 | by Jennifer Lance
Scientists have discovered that New York City is a “prime location for exploiting high-altitude winds.” In fact, a recent study [&hellip
Install Energy Efficient Windows and Receive Tax Credit up to $1500
May 21st, 2009 | by Stephanie Evans
Did you know that 25-35% of your home energy bill relates directly to the loss of heat through windows? It’s [&hellip
Eco Gifts for Mother’s Day
May 5th, 2009 | by Stephanie Evans
For many people, the Mother’s Day gift is a tangible representation of the love and appreciation for the mother figures [&hellip
Get Rid of Energy Vampires!
April 24th, 2009 | by Stephanie Evans
Do vampires and phantoms haunt you? No, not the kind that lurk around your psyche or those two-fanged kind traditionally [&hellip
The Tankless Water Heater for Long-Term Savings
January 26th, 2009 | by Stephanie Evans
Just as a calm, warm shower can cleanse the body, a green way of doing it can soothe the soul. [&hellip
Can Concrete Be Eco-Friendly?
December 21st, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
Pioneers of green building techniques are faced with the challenging task of identifying and integrating the use of innovative, sustainable [&hellip
Plumbing Products that Preserve Water, Energy, and Funds
December 19th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
We all like to save money. If we can save money while benefiting the environment, then all the better! Plumbing [&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