July 3rd, 2020 | by Sponsored Content
With endless options, now is the time to invest in building your eco-friendly home or sustainable house. Not only will it be good for the environment, but it will be beneficial to you as well
June 14th, 2019 | by Guest Contributor
Cradle to cradle manufacturing is a style of making things that keeps the future in mind. In response to the [&hellip
January 11th, 2019 | by Sponsored Content
Are you thinking about making the transition to going solar? As you make your own transition, there are some important issues you’ll have to think about and work through. Are you ready
October 25th, 2018 | by TerraCycle
It’s the buzzword of the construction industry right now and it would be fair to say that homes are being [&hellip
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.
September 17th, 2018 | by Sponsored Content
One of the biggest issues that’s currently being faced is the country’s failing water infrastructure, as the country’s aging water infrastructure is a serious problem. Reports have been published by the American Water Works Association urging action, as these mains are reaching their expiration date and need attention
July 5th, 2017 | by Guest Contributor
Envision Festival 2018 is calling my name... will you be joining me there?
January 2nd, 2017 | by Guest Contributor
Significant costs will appear when looking at the custom home, ranging from economic market impact to design team costs, and strict planning is necessary to reduce the costs.
October 30th, 2015 | by Guest Contributor
Learn the basics of green building, and how unique earthen techniques are using old-world knowledge for sustainable, modern homes
October 13th, 2015 | by Guest Contributor
Intentional communities– ecovillages and suburban housing developments, offer up sustainability solutions for our communities of the future
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 Recipes
Bathroom 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 Conservation
HVAC 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 LintEater
Yard & Garage:
— How To Test And Maintain Your Car’s Tire Pressure
— Water efficiency for the irrigation systems
