Step Lightly with Eco-Friendly Footwear
November 26th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
Footwear manufacturing is known as one of the most environmentally unfriendly industries out there. The modern process of tanning leather, [&hellip
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Green Roofing Options
July 5th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
The most essential feature of any roof is dependability since it must keep the weather out. Roofs should also provide a barrier [&hellip
Mineral Cosmetics: Healthy or Hazardous?
May 20th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
Proponents of mineral-based makeup will tell you that makeup made from crushed, sterilized minerals found in nature is quintessentially better [&hellip
Spend, Ship, Save the Planet: The Great Christmas Tree Debate
December 22nd, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
Cut tree, artificial tree, live tree . . . which has the smallest environmental impact? The honest answer depends on a few factors. [&hellip
Organic, Natural Hair Care
December 17th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
With all manner of toxins invading our outside air space, homes, and offices, what is our body’s best defense against [&hellip
A Composting Feast for Your Organic Garden
December 17th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
The average American household produces more than 200 pounds of kitchen waste every year—why throw it into our overflowing landfills [&hellip
Natural Cosmetics
December 17th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
Makeup has been around virtually as long as civilization—ancient Egyptian women and men wore cosmetics in their daily lives; red henna [&hellip
Sustainable Decking Solutions
December 17th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
There are dozens of ways to think 'beyond the porch' and incorporate beautiful, natural, and more sustainable decking solutions into your home.
Green Gifting Guide: Natural Toys for Eco Kids
December 14th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
Kids are VIPs in your life, deserving special care and concern. Certainly, this includes providing them with toxin-free toys for [&hellip
Recycled Rubber Flooring
November 18th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
What eco-flooring material contains 100% post-consumer recycled waste and provides a soft, easy-to-maintain padding that makes our green hearts skip [&hellip
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Lighting
— How to Use a Light Meter to Set Appropriate Light Levels
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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
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— 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
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— How to clean the furnace motor for efficiency
— Efficient furnace filters
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— How to Insulate Your Electrical Outlets
— Weatherstripping 101
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— How To Insulate Old Windows Without Buying New: Energy-Saving Window Inserts
— Check (and fill) insulation gaps using a laser thermometer
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— Make Your Computer More Energy Efficient
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— Energy Saving Tips for Washing Machines & Dryers
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