You lose about 25 to 30% of your home’s energy through your windows. That means you’re essentially taking your money and dumping it straight in the trash can. But you can’t board up your windows, so how are you supposed to minimize this energy loss? The best strategy is to replace all the windows in…
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Temperatures inside the Earth’s core can get up to 13,000 degrees Fahrenheit. Although most of the heat inside the Earth is trapped inside, some of it reaches the surface where we can use it to fulfill some of our energy needs. This type of energy is called geothermal energy and is an important source of…
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The solar energy market is set to exceed $220 billion in the next decade. So if you can’t shake the feeling that something’s missing as you survey your home, perhaps all you need is a good solar panel system to brighten the house. Solar panels will require some financing on your part, but the returns…
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A single bag floats away as you anxiously load your groceries into your trunk. You think “It’s just one bag, it can’t do much harm.” But this isn’t exactly true, right now there are approximately 5 trillion pieces of plastic trash in our oceans. Yes, you’re right, this isn’t just caused by one rogue bag…
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The California governor signed a ban on sales of new gasoline cars starting in 2035. Living a sustainable lifestyle is becoming less of a choice and more of a necessity every day as our planet hurtles towards climate extremes. That doesn’t mean you should postpone eco-friendly living till then. Here’s a guide that can help you on…
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Are you an eco-warrior? Utilizing renewable energy in every part of your house would be great. But how realistic is it? The technology around renewable energy is still in development. Solar energy technology, on the other hand, is already well advanced. And it could be the perfect source of renewable energy for your home. So…
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Interested in lowering your carbon footprint and your electricity bills? Eco-friendly light bulbs are the answer. The world of purchasing light bulbs has gotten a bit complicated in the last few years, but for good reason. Eco-friendly light bulbs are the best light bulbs for the environment because they’re energy-efficient and last much longer than…
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As we continue to gather data on climate change, the evidence that big businesses are the main contributors to the decline of our planet grows. If you’re part of a larger corporation but can’t help from feeling a little guilty, you’ve come to the right post. There are plenty of ways to decrease your company’s carbon…
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Your yard looks alright, but it’s missing something. Right now, it’s just average. You want it to be spectacular. You’ve come to the right place. Below, we’re going to provide you with nine tips for yard maintenance. Once you’re through with these, you’ll have the best-looking yard on the block! 1. Update Your Mailbox You…
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It’s every business owner’s worst nightmare: an overflowing drain that floods carpeting, furniture, and other fixtures with dirty wastewater. Not only are you wasting water, but your next high water bill will be paired with costly plumbing repairs and water restoration! When you take the time to prevent clogs and leaks in advance, you save…
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Having chickens can be an excellent and productive relationship, but do you know how to clean a chicken coop properly? Depending on how your enclosure is designed (check out these awesome layouts at Organicchickenfeed.com), it can be daunting trying to figure out how to clean each of the living areas in the coop. If you…
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The pandemic has come with a lot more repercussions than meets the eye. For example, vehicle break-ins have spiked all across the country these past few months. Being the victim of a car break-in can be scary, as well as a big inconvenience to your daily plans. However, there are specific steps you can take…
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An eco-friendly makeover for your home is an excellent way to reduce your carbon footprint—but make sure your approach is a true “green” approach! Your heart and intentions can be in the right place, but it’s easy to make some common mistakes when trying to choose eco-friendly renovations for your home. In some cases, the…
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Did you know that a whopping 91% of plastic isn’t recycled? This shocking statistic shines a spotlight on the plastic war that the world is currently fighting. Have you joined the battle against plastic? To start, you MUST recycle! If your family doesn’t think twice about throwing away soda bottles, food waste, wrappers, and jars…
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How environmentally friendly is your HVAC? Though air conditioning is not very eco-friendly, the more advanced HVAC systems are, the more efficiently they run. Still, as of 2018, 12 percent of US home energy consumption comes from air conditioning. Therefore, it’s important to try to reduce the carbon footprint of your new HVAC system. Check…
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All around us, climate change is having a marked effect on the planet. Scientists recently announced that the oceans are hotter than ever before, while wildfires like those in Australia are expected to become commonplace. Everyone needs to make a difference. There are 100 companies that contribute 71 percent of the world’s emissions. While these…
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Do you often go to sustainable restaurants? Perhaps you don’t even realize it when you do. These restaurants are like any others in most ways, except that they go to great lengths to preserve the natural environment while conducting their business. “Sustainability focuses on meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of…
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