December 17, 2009
Eco-Friendly Gifts for Guys
Its not always easy to find gifts for guys, especially those guys that have it all and don't need a thing.
Below is a list of great green gifts for that hard-to-buy-for guy in your life.
Filed under Eco-Friendly, Environment, Gifts, Green, Holidays, Recycled, Recycled Fashion, energy by Deanna
November 16, 2009
Not all Hybrids Bring High Fuel Economy
There was an interesting article in the Portland Tribune stating that not all hybrids are created equal.
In 2001 the Prius was the first to use a hybrid, gasoline-electric powertrain. Now virtually every manufacturer is offering at least one hybrid, and most of the others are developing them.
Filed under Environment, Hybrid, energy by Deanna
October 28, 2009
Obama's Smart Energy Plan
Yesterday in the Chicago Sun Times I read an article 'Obama unveils "Smart Energy" plan for green energy, jobs. Fact Sheet" by Lynn Sweet.
photo courtesy of Doug Mills/The New York Times
October 27, 2009
Simple Way to Cut you Home Energy Bill
Energy experts advise homeowners to cure simple air leaks inside their homes before investing in costly new heating systems or other energy efficiency projects. In most cases its the homes inefficient windows that keep your energy bill climbing for the sky.
September 15, 2009
5 Ways to be Green and Save Money
Sometimes I feel being green is a bit more expensive than being careless and not caring about this environment. Buying organic food, buying green, biodegradable cleaning products, organic beauty products all have high price tags but they are good for the environment and not to mention our bodies, but how do you get around this? Below are some helpful ways you can be green and save money.
Filed under Eco-Friendly, Environment, Green, Tips, carbon footprint, energy by Deanna
July 23, 2009
7 Kitchen Energy Reducer Tips
What better way to help the environment than in a way that helps you save money also. Below are some tips to help you reduce your kitchen energy usage.
- Keep appliances clean – Clean surfaces maximize the amount of energy reflected toward your food.
Filed under Food/Drinks, Holidays, Tips, energy by Deanna
July 21, 2009
Be Green While Staying Cool
Its mid July and the temperature is heating up, making it a bit uncomfortable. Here are some very green and practical ways to stay cool with or without your air conditioner.
June 1, 2009
Catching Rain – Rain Barrels
Catching the natural rainfall to store for later use helps conserve water and energy. A water catchment system can be adequate enough to provide most of the water needs for a water-conserving household, outdoors as well as indoors, by simply catching what falls on the roof.
May 12, 2009
Energy Cinch Window Fabric
Windows are often an energy efficiency problem spot. Many homes lack the latest energy efficient windows, leading to energy loss and uncomfortably cold rooms throughout most of the year. And because window replacements are so expensive, though, it almost never pays to replace a window just for the energy savings benefits.
May 8, 2009
Green Building Glossary Part 1
ICF's (Insulating Concrete Forms) – Lightweight blocks, commonly made of expanded polystyrene or extruded polystyrene that are filled with concrete and remain in place to provide thermal insulation for concrete walls.
Filed under Eco-Friendly, Environment, Glossary, energy by Deanna
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