Fusion Energy as Alternate Power
June 25th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
For all of the controversy that surrounds nuclear power, it is impossible to deny its vast energy potential. Incidents like [&hellip
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4 Green Strategies for Keeping Cool
June 23rd, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
Keep It Out. Thick or insulated walls, shade trees, deep eaves, and window awnings are all useful for making sure [&hellip
Ethanol: The Good, the Bad, and the Eco
June 21st, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
It wasn’t so long ago that researching and developing sources of alternative energy were considered “fringe issues” that preoccupied the [&hellip
The Cap and Trade Market for Emissions
June 19th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
In a world where an ever-increasing concern for the health of our world can no longer be ignored, emission reductions [&hellip
Residential Solar Applications
June 17th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
Utilities across the country are running into some hefty competition, and it is not from a new electric company. People [&hellip
Green Your Reading Experience
May 28th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
The act of reading is essential to the modern world, not only for pleasure, but for growth and development. Everyone [&hellip
GTR: Small Space Living with The Not So Big House
May 12th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
Sean Daily, Green Living Ideas’ Editor-in-Chief, discusses small home living and the growth of New Urbanism with Sarah Susanka of [&hellip
The Free World of Fair Trade
May 10th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
You might have seen that fair trade label, on a handwoven hat, a package of rice, an urn of coffee [&hellip
GTR: Organic Goods and Flowers with Organic Style
May 2nd, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
Sean Daily, Green Living Ideas’ Editor-in-Chief, talks with Gerald Prolman, CEO of Organic Style, about organic flowers, the development of [&hellip
NEVs on the Urban Street Scene
April 30th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
Neighborhood electric vehicles—more commonly called NEVs and sometimes referred to as Low-Speed Vehicles (or LSVs)—are an economical and environmentally responsible [&hellip
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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