People who first drove their cars with every aerodynamic advantage in mind, while shifting into neutral to use only the power of gravity to propel their vehicle down every hill, were among the pioneers to lay claim to the nickname of "hypermiler". They understood the importance of reducing the mass of their car, so they removed spare tires, … [Read More...]
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Battery Dilemma! Why and How to Recycle Them
Battery powered remotes, hair trimmers, toothbrushes, cameras, and all kinds of electronic gadgets contribute to the $45-billion-dollar global battery market. Battery demand for low and medium power electronic devices grows at a rate of six percent … [Continue Reading...]
No Pests, No Dirt, No Worries…Bring the Garden Indoors!
You probably make eating fresh and healthy food a priority, but that's not always an easy goal to live by. While we all know that fresh vegetables are an important part of any healthy diet, most of the time it's hard to find out where our fresh … [Continue Reading...]
14 Cool Eco Friendly and Energy Saving Gadgets & Gifts
These cool eco-friendly gadgets and gifts are great to add to your energy saving arsenal or to give as great holiday gifts to family members and friends. What could be better than giving someone a gift that introduces them to the world of green … [Continue Reading...]
Green Jobs – Saving Energy and the Environment
While many politicians focus on “green jobs,” such as solar power developers or wind farm installers, many other types of green jobs exist as well. One set of such jobs are those in the energy efficiency industry. These jobs, such as energy auditing … [Continue Reading...]
Energy Auditors – Saving Energy to Earn a Great Living
As the economy hit a very rough patch in the late 2000s and early 2010s, people looked for creative ways to save money. At the same time, many of us became more aware of how our way of living effects the environment. Because of these two factors, a … [Continue Reading...]
Banned in the USA: The Incandescent Light Bulb
Why are lawmakers trying to ban the incandescent light bulb? While the word “ban” was used extensively when the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 was passed, the intention of lawmakers was actually to push for more efficient lighting. … [Continue Reading...]
Secrets to the High Price of Summer Gas
Have you noticed that the cost of filling your vehicle's tank goes up significantly once the weather gets warmer? Gasoline actually costs more in the summer than it does in the winter season, for a number of different reasons. As the weather warms up … [Continue Reading...]
Literally Eat Through Your Fluorescent Bulb Disposal Problem
The next time you walk through a large building or warehouse, look up at the ceiling to see what kind of lighting is used. Often, you will see rectangular plastic covers holding long tubes, U-shaped fluorescent lights, or even the bare tubes … [Continue Reading...]
6 Hot Energy Saving Tips for the Cold Winter Months
When the weather turns cold, it can be tempting to crank up the heat in order to stay warm. However, this will not only lead to wasted energy but will also contribute to higher utility bills and a long term negative impact on the environment. … [Continue Reading...]
What’s the smallest size house or apartment that you could live in?
Take our Poll... You'll also like: Questions about Solar That You Forgot to Ask How to Make Money from the Solar Energy Boom Could you live in a Tiny House under 200 square … [Continue Reading...]
Should You Wait for the Cost of Solar Panels to get Cheaper?
The promise of free solar power generated on top of every roof in America, has been a long time coming. But now, it’s finally here and living up to its promise of providing energy from the sun to record numbers of homes and businesses. Since 1979 … [Continue Reading...]
