This summer has been a scorcher for many places in the country and many of us choose to escape it with the press of a button. While the trusty air conditioning is a big reason that cities and suburbs can be built up they way they way they are, the cost of running your A/C is high and the [ Read More → ]
This summer has been a scorcher for many places in the country and many of us choose to escape it with the press of a button. While the trusty air conditioning is a big reason that cities and suburbs can be built up they way they way they are, the cost of running your A/C is high and the [ Read More → ]
Here is Part II in our series about do it yourself green projects that are under $500. These projects ideas came from an article on the This Old House website. So, read on and then start your own green project to help make your home more environmentally friendly!
6. Install a programmable thermostat
The purchase and installation of a programmable thermostat will [ Read More → ]
I don’t know about you, but I love This Old House. Watching the crew complete restoration projects not only gives me ideas for my own home, but it actually provides me with the motivation to get things done. They also happen to provide you with tips and ideas on how to turn certain projects into green ones helping you make [ Read More → ]
So you’re probably thinking to yourself, “What does my diet have to do with the economy?” I know, I thought the same thing when I came across an article on The Huffington Post. The article, written by Kerry Truman, highlights a film called Forks Over Knives by Brian Wendel and Lee Fulkerson. After reading the article and visiting the film’s [ Read More → ]
Going green in the kitchen can mean many things. Contrary to popular belief, it does not have to mean spending a lot of money on new energy efficient appliances. While replacing older appliances with Energy Star models is certainly a green thing to do and will save you money on energy costs, there are other ways to lessen your impact [ Read More → ]
When you think green, think of your schools as well!!
Green schools aren’t just good for children. Excellent indoor air quality means improved health for everyone – including our nation’s dedicated and under paid teachers.
When a classroom has good acoustics, teachers can be heard without shouting or straining their voices. All of the building occupants benefit from daylight and [ Read More → ]
As hard as we try to be green at home, by conserving energy and recycling, eliminating harsh cleaning chemicals and even composting, we forget that our children spend over one fourth of their day away from our homes at school.
Why should we be concerned about green schools? Because 20% of Americans go to school every day. Most of these students, [ Read More → ]
Trees are not only green in color, but they can also help your home be green. By planting deciduous trees (better known as hardwood trees) on several sides of your home, you can not only enjoy a great picnic beneath them in a few years, but they can save you money as well.
In about five years, the hardwood trees you [ Read More → ]
In earlier times, windows and doors were not much better than open holes in the wall. To keep their homes reasonably comfortable in cold seasons, families kept windows and doors to a minimum. They were designed to bring useable daylight into the home, provide views to the outside and allow ventilation.
The average new house has more than 25 windows and doors, [ Read More → ]
Lately, there seem to be two things that have permeated society: the economy and the environment. While many Americans are struggling to find steady work, there has also been a rise in the awareness of environmental issues. Fortunately, going green and saving money go hand in hand. By taking some simple steps each week you can do your part in [ Read More → ]
