Designing for Efficiency
September 26th, 2016 | by Guest Contributor
Some considerations and techniques that can be used to give automobile designs an edge of efficiency
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Getting Around Green: Consider A Motorcycle
January 25th, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
Our vehicles emit a lot of pollutants that are damaging for the environment, and the extent of pollution depends upon [&hellip
Shiply: Providing Europe Cheaper, More Eco-Efficient Delivery
June 11th, 2012 | by Vivian Nelson Melle
Shiply has provided Europe with a greener shipping option since 2008. According to their site Shiply, "Matches you with rated delivery firms going there anyway." They offer a simple system for getting your product from point A to point B through delivery options which were planning the travel with or without your item. There's no additional carbon footprint, instead it reduces the footprint by decreasing the need for separate delivery travel. Shiply provides a great model for cheaper and more eco-efficient delivery
How to Increase the Gas Mileage in Your Hybrid
December 15th, 2011 | by Tom Cranford
Just because you made the leap and purchased a hybrid vehicle doesn’t mean that you no longer have to think [&hellip
WorldWatch Institute Closes Shop with a Bicycle Bang
July 5th, 2010 | by Zachary Shahan
The WorldWatch Institute is a stellar independent research organization helping to create “an environmentally sustainable society that meets human needs.” [&hellip
Guys Like Green Girls
May 28th, 2010 | by Zachary Shahan
A new survey conducted by footwear company Timberland, the “2010 Timberland Eco-Love Survey“, shows that men are looking for eco-friendly [&hellip
New Yorkers Save $19 Billion a Year Using Sustainable Transportation
May 3rd, 2010 | by Zachary Shahan
$19 billion each year is no small change, not even for New York City. Residents of the Big Apple save [&hellip
Long Commute = Unhappiness
April 22nd, 2010 | by Zachary Shahan
I heard years ago that traffic was the number one public complaint. In that light, the following information may not [&hellip
How to Make Earth Day Significant
April 15th, 2010 | by Zachary Shahan
You probably have a handful of options in your community for what you can do on Earth Day. Hopefully, each [&hellip
Reinvent Cities to Stop Climate Change
April 12th, 2010 | by Zachary Shahan
My professional training as a city planner is without a doubt part of the reason this topic idea caught my [&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