Eco Eyewear for Greener Vision
September 4th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
Eco eyewear may be easily overlooked, but stylish, sustainable options are right before your eyes. Whether you’re looking for reading [&hellip
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Planet-Loving Plumbing
August 17th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
As the human population of planet Earth continues to grow, supplies of resources like fuel for energy and fresh water [&hellip
Does It Pay to Go Green?
August 8th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
For many Americans, the idea of going green involves over-priced veggies, unaffordable hybrid cars, and expensive organic remedies. So given [&hellip
Cost-Saving Home Energy Tips
July 8th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
Energy usage is a major player in the game of going green. When it comes to energy use in your [&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
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
Micro Hydro Essentials
May 16th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
If you’re an alternative energy advocate seeking for ways to green your living and you happen to live by a [&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
Planet Approved Mother’s Day Cards
May 5th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
If you’re on a quest to minimize paper consumption and offer heartfelt, handwritten greetings to the people who touch your [&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
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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