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Eco-Friendly Home Improvement

May 15, 2012

Even if you use green practices when running your home on a day-to-day basis, it’s easy to forget about these when it comes time for a big home improvement project. And because green can sometimes mean more expensive as well, it can be tempting to cut corners on home remodeling and go with the conventional [...]

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How to Keep Your Kitchen Clean and Guilt Free

April 30, 2012

Have you ever experienced “green guilt”? I’m guessing you have, unless you live under a rock (which would actually be an excellent example of green living, now that I think of it). Green guilt occurs when you do something for enjoyment, convenience or necessity that is potentially damaging to the environment. You know, like when [...]

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5 Quick Tips for Improving Your Workplace Environmental Impact

March 26, 2012

Taking steps to create an environmentally friendly atmosphere at home is a great way to make a contribution to the growing need for the reduction of our negative environmental impact and is often the first step in the right direction. The important point to remember is our efforts shouldn’t stop at home; we can all [...]

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The Different Types of Green Energy

March 23, 2012

Green energy, or renewable energy, is the use of sustainable, pollutant-free resources that benefit the environment by reducing overall waste production. By practicing green techniques in the home, people can reduce their gas and electricity consumption. There are several types of green energy, all of which work in specific ways to positively impact the planet [...]

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Insulation Tips For Your Home

March 22, 2012

A great way to save on energy bills and to have a more eco-friendly home is to make sure that said home is well insulated. The better the insulation, the less energy you will waste resulting in lower heating and cooling bills. This article discusses some handy tips with which you can improve your home’s [...]

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Solar Panel Facts You Need to Know

March 21, 2012

Many people equate solar energy use to solar panel installations. But while solar panels present one way of solar energy use, there are many other methods. Think of the time you sit in the sun, air your washing on the dry line or read a book by the window. In all instances, you are using [...]

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Going Green Shouldn’t Have To Cost More

March 20, 2012

A lot of convincing needs to be done in order for most people to adopt any green measures but as soon as they find out it will cost more most of those people will not be willing to make those changes. If you asked someone if they wanted to be more environmentally friendly, reduce pollution [...]

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Four Common Myths Surrounding UK Solar Feed-in-Tariffs

March 19, 2012

Solar power is ever-growing in popularity, and with the rise in utility bills and cost of living, home-owners are seeing the huge benefits of installing domestic solar panel systems. There’s always someone quick to point out reasons why you shouldn’t bother with solar energy, much in the same way as there’s always someone to point [...]

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5 Reasons to Create a Compost

February 15, 2012

We have been raging a way on our planet since we started throwing anything and everything away and filling landfills like it’s our job. However, it’s never too late to start doing your part to help out the environment and lessen your carbon footprint. If you’re unsure of where to start, composting is a great [...]

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Winterizing Your Home

February 12, 2012

There are a number of ways that winterizing your home can benefit you. A well-maintained home will hold heat better; homes with gaps around the windows and doors lose heat quickly, and they require more energy to stay at a comfortable temperature. That’s bad for the environment, but it’s pretty rough on the wallet, too. [...]