15 Things you can change to make your kitchen a green kitchen. 1. Recycle aluminum cans, glass, and plastic. Your municipality should have a recycling program. If they do not, look to local non-profits. Chances are there is one that recycles. 2. Check the energy efficiency of your appliances. If your refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, and [...]
As we move forward into a world where “going green” is becoming a major movement, we need to be aware of our options for “greening” our own lives. Providing enough power for ourselves in order to be able to go about our daily lives is essential if we wish to preserve the environment and maintain [...]
Composting is one of the simplest things you can do around your house and it can be done in so many ways. You can either use a purchased compost bin (www.giam.com is a great place to purchase a ready-made bin), a home made bin using materials you have around the house, or just have a pile [...]
Most people don’t realize it, but cell phones are becoming a huge contribution to pollution on our planet right now. The average American gets a new mobile phone at least once every 18 to 24 months. That averages out to 34 phones during a lifetime if you purchased your first phone starting at the age [...]
Have you ever thought about living off the grid? Are you unsure of what that means? Does the thought of going off grid conjure thoughts of living on a farm becoming completely self sufficient and isolated from civilization? Going off grid doesn’t have to be such a major lifestyle sacrifice, your life will basically be [...]
Most of us know what green energy is by now. Basically, it’s the new environmental catch phrase that encompasses all possible alternative energy sources such as wind or solar power instead of using fossil fuels like oil or coal. With the strides being made in lowering the costs of using alternative power sources new careers [...]
Who hasn’t heard of solar panels? As a current hot topic, I think we all have, right? We’ve all seen them on people’s houses or even environmentally conscious businesses here and there. They are the basic building block of harnessing the suns energy to provide electricity for your home. But how much is a solar [...]
Getting the most out of your car means your engine needs to be working at maximum efficiency while burning minimum fuel. Here are some tips that will enable you to extend the life of your car while saving money and the environment by simply maintaining your car the green way: Regular Care And Maintenance Of Your [...]
Finding alternate sources of energy in today’s society is becoming more important than ever before. The big players in alternate energy are wind and solar energy. Of the two, wind energy is perhaps the least well understood. If you’ve ever wondered what is wind energy, then this article will help you understand the basics of [...]
Solar roof shingles are the answer to a homeowner’s dreams wanting to take advantage of solar energy without the characteristic bulkiness of traditional solar panels. Most homeowner’s wish to capitalize on solar energy without making too much of a dent in the way they live. This includes keeping in line with the design of their [...]