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Waste Not, Want Not: What to Know About Composting at Home

Creating a garden or flowerbed that can come back for a season or two is a talent that requires not only a green thumb but soil and compost rich in nutrients and minerals. For the gardener who wishes to create their own compost, the process is easy and can save money on mulch or other store bought soils. Creating Compost When creating a compost pile, choose a spot in the yard that will not be disturbed by animals or children. This spot should be near the waterspout, but not so close it gets w
HannahWhittenly

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Energy Control: How to Maintain Energy Efficiency at Home this Spring

Although the spring season is when more people spend time outdoors, it's also when each household's energy bill begins to increase. More homes begin to use more energy due to an increase in use of the HVAC system to keep the property cool with the change in weather. To stay comfortable and maintain energy efficiency this spring, there are several steps to take to avoid a high bill. Unplug Idle Electronics From televisions to DVD players, there are a number of electronics in the home that con
LizzieWeakley

LizzieWeakley

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Don’t forget the roofer’s warranty

There are a lot of factors to consider when selecting a roofing contractor for a roof installation. It goes without saying that you want a roofer with plenty of experience. It’s also important that you select a roofer with a good reputation in your community and a proven track record of doing high quality work. Of course, the quoted price also has to be taken into consideration. One factor that many homeowners overlook when choosing a contractor is the roofer’s warranty. Don’t rely solely o
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sherlyatkins

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Is Raising Your Own Livestock the New Green Home Trick?

Factory farming is responsible for 20% of global greenhouse gas emissions. This is due to the resource intensive feeding, slaughtering, processing, and transporting involved in the process. This has led many to reach for an alternative to conventional meat, and it may seem surprising that many are choosing to raise their own livestock at home, however if you look at the specifics of the process you may find that it’s not such an outlandish option. Why it is a Green Alternative By keeping the
HannahWhittenly

HannahWhittenly

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How to Make sure your Home is Energy Efficient for Spring

Spring brings sunshine and warmer weather, and this means it is a good time to evaluate your home for energy efficiency. Drafts and other issues can mean higher electric and gas bills all year long, but there are steps you can take to ensure your comfort and savings. Here are things to do right away. Check your Water Heater Turning the temperature down just a few degrees can save you money. In addition, if you haven’t had the tank flushed in a while, now is a good time to do it. Sediment in
LizzieWeakley

LizzieWeakley

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Top 8 Great Green Health Tips to Improve Your Life

Thanks to our modern, busy lives, many of us experience health problems related directly with stress or improper lifestyle habits. The choices we make every day impact our health greatly and by making few simple adjustments, you can start living more productive and most importantly healthier life! Just follow these easy tips and you will start to feel the difference in just few weeks: #1 Try to Avoid Driving With most of us working stuck in offices most of the day, in front of a com
Chris Hales

Chris Hales

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How Manufacturers Can Reduce Emissions in 2016

A good year to work on reducing your toxic gas and carbon dioxide emissions is this year. As a manufacturer, reducing your negative mark on the environment is good for the environment and good for business. You never know how much far your efforts will go if you do not try. Learn about at least five ways that manufacturers can reduce their emissions in 2016.   Use of Energy-Efficient Products              Using energy-efficient products is the easiest way to cut back on emissi
AnitaGinsburg

AnitaGinsburg

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Five Safe Cleaning Products You Can Use in the Kitchen

When you consider that household cleaners are the number-one cause of poisoning in children, it’s important you’re vigilant about which products you use to clean your kitchen. This room is probably the most important, since you prepare food and spend the most time here, especially with kids. What’s more, the toxic chemicals in household cleaners are about three times more likely to cause cancer than air pollution. If you’re anything like the average home in the U.S., which has more than 1,000 di
HannahWhittenly

HannahWhittenly

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Best Eco-Friendly Habits to Instill in Your Kids Now

If you're like most people, many of the habits you formed as a child remain second nature to you as an adult. Consequently, as a responsible parent, helping your children form their own positive habits is something you have to think about daily. When caring for the environment is concerned, the habits and thoughts kids have now can forever shape the way the earth holds up. Here are a few eco-friendly habits worth passing along to the next generation. Buying Products with Green Credenti
HannahWhittenly

HannahWhittenly

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Spring into Sustainability: 5 Earth-Friendly Home Hacks for This Season

With the amount of pollution pouring into our environment, more people are concerned about their carbon footprint and how they can decrease their contribution to the many problems our world is facing. Being Bugged by Pests? With the warmer weather coming you may be finding little creepy crawlers in your home. Neem oil has been used for natural pest control for ages, as it contains several natural insecticides. You can make your own neem oil spray by adding 1/2 ounce of organic neem oil
HannahWhittenly

HannahWhittenly

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Green Clean: Natural Products to Help Your Spring Cleaning Efforts

Spring cleaning is something everyone has to do at some point and you don’t necessarily want to use harsh or toxic chemicals to get the job done. Luckily there are other options. Here are some green and natural products to help your spring cleaning efforts along. Baking Soda One of the best green cleaning products you can use is simple baking soda. Sprinkle baking soda on carpets, allow it to sit for a bit, and then vacuum it up to remove odors. Mix baking soda with vinegar to make a pow
HannahWhittenly

HannahWhittenly

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10 Myths About Solar Energy

Many people during the past decade have made solar energy part of their life. The technology has been refined to the point where it is now competitive with other types of energy. Since it is still new to many consumers, solar energy has been surrounded by a number of myths. People have avoided experiencing the benefits of it because of false rumors. 1. Solar Energy Is Inefficient Since the 1970s, the efficiency of solar energy has quadrupled. Solar energy is different from gas in that
HannahWhittenly

HannahWhittenly

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How to Keep Pests at Bay Naturally

There has always been a debate about bugs – most people fear and hate them, others don't. To be honest I have to agree with the old saying that goes “the only good bug is the dead bug”, but either way these creatures are unique in the ways they organize themselves, how they adapt and the survival mechanisms they employ. Not to mention that they are extremely functional and most times I wish I was so useful to nature! Do you know that you don't always need chemicals in the war against insec
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danabarkerdavies

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Green Manufacturing Processes and How to Improve Them

Most manufacturers understandably focus on essential business systems like Kanban, Six Sigma and lean manufacturing. However, green manufacturing processes will also lower costs and increase revenues. Here are three major benefits of implementing green manufacturing into your business. Reduce Energy Costs Energy and water bills are very high for most manufacturing companies. A large portion of these expenses are actually caused by long periods of equipment standby and downtime. Strateg
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RachelleW

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How your Plumbing can Hurt your Home Energy Efficiency

One thing that affects many households is high energy bills. However, many people are left confused about what in their home could be causing their bills to skyrocket. While there are many possible causes, one thing most people don’t consider that often is their plumbing. However, issues relating to plumbing can certainly contribute to home’s energy inefficiency. Here are a few ways how. 1. It Is all About the Water Heater According to South West Plumbing, the number one source of plumbing e
LizzieWeakley

LizzieWeakley

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Common Infrastructure Projects That Are Making Our Communities More Efficient

The infrastructure of a community has been important since the beginning of time in all civilizations. Ancient builders in the Indus Valley created a system of indoor pipes and covered street channel to funnel away waste water. The ancient Romans perfected a transportation infrastructure. In modern times, the United States has developed an aviation infrastructure allowing for efficient global travel. Let's look at five key infrastructure areas. Transportation Communities have to move
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AnitaGinsburg

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Suggestions for Getting a Solar Panel Installer

Buying a Solar Panel Installer needs mindful thought as well as meticulous planning. Installing a Home Solar Panel is a fantastic approach to saving power and minimize your own cost of living. Here are several strategies for solar power Installation: Solar installers must be approved Hunt for solar installers that are MCS authorized as a minimum amount. An excellent solar installer can also be listed along with Renewable Energy Assurance Limited (REAL), the Solar Trade Association (STA
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freedomsolar

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Fox Facts All About Our Flame Haired Friends

Fox facts ! Learn about our flame haired friends. Foxes are a common site in the British countryside and gardens this is a fantastic infographic that helps educate us about these amazing animals. Also touches on the fact they are used across culture. Thanks DrVegas who have a fantastic fox based game 'Foxin Wins!'.
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Eco-Business

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Green Home Remedies for Hemorrhoids

Hemorrhoids are health problem many experience today, but quite a few are actually willing to discuss it. While there are numerous medications and also surgical interventions, hemorrhoids can easily be cured at home, using 100% natural ingredients. Here are the top green remedies you can try at home: Ice Applying ice to the hemorrhoids can reduce swelling and respectively pain. You just need to apply the ice to the area for around 10 minutes and you will start to feel relieve
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Ljuben Georgiev

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Energy Savings: Floor Ideas for Green Homeowners

Luckily for all of us environmentally savvy consumers, designers constantly keep coming with new eco-friendly flooring materials. So now there is a vast of flooring materials we can choose from when decorating our homes. Here is a list of both new and old flooring solutions green homeowners can turn to.   Cork   Cork is one of the relatively newer flooring materials and is a great option for eco-friendly homes. It is harvested from the bark of cork oak trees. A great thing ab
Andrew Newitt

Andrew Newitt

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Four of the Greenest Ways to Upgrade Your Home and Reduce Your Eco-Impact

Nobody can deny the importance of living a green life. You are able to help preserve the environment while also saving money each month on your energy bills. Most old homes are not very energy efficient, but that does not mean you have to abandon your green life. Making these four easy upgrades to your home will modernize it while also reducing your environmental impact at the same time. Green Floors Few things make a home look better than new hardwood flooring, but you do not have to
HannahWhittenly

HannahWhittenly

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How to Keep your Home Energy Efficient During a Power Outage

Many of us have experienced power outages at one time or another. They can be inconvenient, but your can be prepared by keeping your home energy efficient with these simple tips. Stay Out of the Fridge! During a power outage, fight the urge to peek in your refrigerator. Refrigerated foods should be fine for up to 4 hours, but this time is significantly decreased every time you open the door. If the power will be out for more than 4 hours, pack perishable items into a cooler with ice. Dispose
LizzieWeakley

LizzieWeakley

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Self-driving cars confronting challenges

The new technology that allows vehicles to drive themselves is advancing quickly, however, real changes will be required to laws and society's approach toward the car before such vehicles assume control over the streets later this century. The billions of dollars that car producers, high-tech firms and suppliers are spending growing self-sufficient vehicles have put the technology in front of the legitimate and moral structure that should be built up, Markus Auerbach, who heads the San Fra
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