Green living tips for your home including eco friendly homes, energy efficient appliances, and more.
The earth’s ozone layer has depleted by as much as 65% in some parts of the world. That massive reduction in natural protection from the sun’s UV rays is a byproduct of rapid pollution, particularly in developing countries like India and China. While you can’t have much impact on the amount of pollution neighboring countries…
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Everyone knows about using natural gas to heat your home. It is eco-smart and can save you a pretty penny on your energy bills. In 2017, surveys found that about 47% of United States households use natural gas as their main heating fuel. Only 36% of households rely on electricity for heating. What if we told you…
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Solar generators for home power usage have generated quite a bit of discussion over the last few decades. But so far, it isn’t a concept that’s broken through to the mainstream. The most obvious roadblocks have been set-up costs and a general lack of understanding about the advantages of solar. In the following article, we’ll be…
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Do you want to live off-grid but don’t want to give up modern comforts? Us either, we get it. You don’t have to move to a commune and live in a yurt to help save the earth with your daily habits. Having an eco-friendly home comes down to small choices you make, like when to…
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Tax return season is just around the corner, so you’re likely making a list of all the projects you finally might be able to fund. Have you considered repainting your kitchen cabinets? While we may not think about it, kitchen cabinets take a beating. They’re opened and closed constantly. They might get ran into by pets…
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Are you sick of paying the high bills that come with a traditional HVAC system? Beyond just the damage it’s doing to your wallet, are you also bothered by its impact on the planet? Consider looking into green heating and cooling solutions that will help you save both money and the planet. If you’re thinking that these green solutions are not…
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These days, being a homeowner is about more than just paying a mortgage. Homeowners are more invested in their properties than ever before and understand the role a home can play both regarding the lives of the people living within it and the environment as a whole. Being environmentally friendly is an important feature for…
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If you want to have an environmentally friendly home, you aren’t alone. There are over 370,000 LEED-certified homes in the United States. A lot of people want to live greener lifestyles, but they aren’t sure where to start. If you can’t afford a completely green home overhaul, why not start with just making one room…
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Think your carbon footprint doesn’t matter? Think again! Here are 5 mind-blowing carbon footprint facts that will make you change your ways today.
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Imagine a garden that’s so low maintenance that it barely needs watering! That’s the beauty of a self sustaining garden. Here’s what you need to get started.
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Mold is an unpleasant surprise that can cause health issues for your family. But so can the chemicals in mold removal. Try this natural mold killer instead!
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Are you looking for some fun ways to get out of the house and enjoy nature with your friends and family? Here are some of our favorite activities.
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Keeping your house cool keeps your family comfortable, but what is it harming the environment? We’ll explain why an eco friendly air conditioner is important.
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A fuel efficient SUV isn’t unheard of, but the best might be hard to track down. Thus, here is our list of some of the 5 most fuel efficient SUVs today.
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The average you can save a year by making your home more energy efficient is almost $1200. That’s $36k over the life of an average mortgage. If you applied that savings to your principal every month, you’ve erased of $16k interest as well. So next time you feel a draft in your older home, just…
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Sometimes it feels like we can’t do anything enjoyable without some kind of negative side effect. That’s definitely true when it comes to certain eco-minded behaviors. But it’s also true when doing something as simple as having a cup of coffee, and realizing that we’re slowly staining our teeth. Cosmetic teeth whitening is a billion…
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In recent years, more and more hotels are opening in the U.S. This in response to a booming travel and tourism industry. In 2017, there was $1.6 trillion in bookings. Every year, it seems there is more and more competition. As potential customers are exposed to more and more choice, the pressure is on to…
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In a way, most marketing is more sustainable now than it’s ever been. You’re not printing out flyers for an event, you’re posting about it on Facebook. But your customers aren’t thinking about that. If you want to have noticeable sustainable marketing, you have to go bigger (or smaller, if you think about it). Want…
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