Green Home
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Solar Power in the Home: A Consumer's Guide
Solar radiation, also known as insolation is freely available in many parts of the world. This energy can be used to provide domestic hot water through solar thermal panels and also electricity from photovoltaic (PV) panels; these are...By October 14, 2011
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Non-Toxic Solutions for Cleaning Carpets
The essential ingredients listed in traditional carpet cleaners are full of corrosive chemicals. A non-toxic carpet cleaner provides exceptionally good results for removing dirt and stains from the carpet, but without the health risks. Read this guide...By October 6, 2011
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Quiz: Are You as Environmentally Friendly as You Think you Are?
Ever wondered how much of an effect your daily life has on our planet? Do you think you could do more to protect it, or are you already doing all you can to live an environmentally friendly lifestyle? Find out just how green you really are with...By September 29, 2011
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A Guide to Top Energy Saving Tips for the Home
Are the energy bills guzzling down your hard earned money? Are you looking for ways to cut down your energy consumption? Then, here’s our timely guide to saving energy in your home.By September 27, 2011
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Guide to Tips and Best Practices to Sustainable Living
We can all do this, there is no excuse in today's environment for not making the effort to conserve water or reduce the size of our landfills. Families with young children will find the biggest reasons to engage in sustainable practices and from their...By September 15, 2011
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Environmentally Friendly Camping
Whether camping at a campground or in the middle of the wilderness, it is important to remember that you are recreating in a place that is home to wildlife. Preserve the environment for future generations by following a few simple camping guidelines.By August 28, 2011
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Save Energy for Your Home - Take the Survey
Using a home energy survey to evaluate if your home is losing energy and perhaps emitting CO2 will not only be beneficial to the environment, but will help run your home more efficiently saving you money in the process. What is a home survey and how can...By August 21, 2011
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Thinking of Buying a Mini Greenhouse? Try These Tips!
A mini greenhouse allows backyard gardeners to extend growing seasons, to start plants from seed, to overwinter plants, and to enjoy larger crops of garden fresh produce. Learn more about the pros and cons of buying a grow house.By August 17, 2011
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Top Choices for Tankless Hot Water Heaters
Tankless hot water heaters are also known as demand heaters as they supply hot water upon opening the hot water faucet. There are many different makes and models available to choose from; among these is the more modern water heaters that run on electricity...By August 15, 2011
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The Natural Way to Kill Fleas
Pesticides are bad for the environment, bad for pets and bad for humans. Avoid exposure to harmful pesticides and use natural methods for flea control.By August 15, 2011