Save Water with Composting Toilets
February 22nd, 2012 | by Lynn Fang
Composting toilets are easy, green, and don't smell bad!
Browsing the "water" Tag
How to Recycle Brita Filters
February 1st, 2012 | by Lynn Fang
Got a Brita filter at home? Learn how to recycle Brita filters to reduce your waste and turn the plastics into something awesome.
How To Harvest Rainwater
January 4th, 2012 | by Lynn Fang
The basics of a rainwater harvesting system
Swales: Another Way to Harvest Rainwater
November 11th, 2011 | by Lynn Fang
Swales are a natural way of capturing rainwater
Fluoride: Friend or Foe?
October 19th, 2011 | by Lynn Fang
Earlier this month, Pinellas County in Florida banned fluoride in their water supply. What's the deal with fluoride? Is it good or bad
How to Make a Difference During World Water Week
August 25th, 2011 | by Vivian Nelson Melle
This is World Water Week and the following are just a few ways you can bring change in the world's water supply.
No Name Key’s Fight to Remain Off the Grid
August 25th, 2010 | by Guest Contributor
When you live off the grid, it becomes part of your persona. It is part of your identity; one way [&hellip
Fossil-Funded Group Succeeds in Spreading Lies About How Much Water Desert Solar Uses
November 3rd, 2009 | by Susan Kraemer
The Heartland Institute, the infamous fossil-industry-funded climate denier group that faked 500 scientists to deny climate change, is now creating [&hellip
Solar’s Thirst for Water Concerns Desert Residents
September 25th, 2009 | by Jennifer Lance
In the move toward renewable energy, solar energy advocates in desert areas may be facing a “dirty detail”. Across the [&hellip
GTR Increasing Water Efficiency with EPA’s WaterSense Program
August 28th, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
GreenTalk Radio host Sean Daily talks to Stephanie Thornton of the EPA about their WaterSense program. Much like the EnergyStar [&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