Category Archives for "Green Home"
March 12, 2010
- in Green Home by Alexis Rodrigo
How To Cut Down on Electricity in Your Home
If you are concerned about the environment or just want to save money (or both!), you are probably looking for ways to reduce your electricity use. Here are 20 suggestions and tips for getting those utility bills down and shrinking your carbon footprint:
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March 11, 2010
- in Green Home by Alexis Rodrigo
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The Natural Beauty of Living Roofs
The idea of using living materials for a roof is not a new one. Applying it to modern buildings, however, is relatively new. How is the ancient art of a living roof compatible with modern building methods? And why would anyone choose a living roof for his or her home? photo credit: Ryan Somma The […]
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March 6, 2010
- in Homekeeping by Alexis Rodrigo
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Green Redecorating On a Budget
You may think that keeping your redecorating efforts eco-friendly will break your budget. While it’s true that some “green” items can cost more, there are ways to engage in environmentally-friendly redecorating and still stay within a budget. Here are some ideas. Paint Do you get headaches or respiratory irritation when painting a room? That is […]
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February 27, 2010
- in Green Home , Have Fun by Alexis Rodrigo
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How to Have a Green Dinner Party
A green dinner party will allow you to share your love for the environment even while you have fun with family and friends. As more and more people are becoming more eco-friendly in their own homes and lifestyle choices, why not include entertainment? Try hosting an eco-friendly dinner party. Here are some ideas for throwing […]
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February 22, 2010
- in Green Home by Alexis Rodrigo
Cut Down Energy Use While You’re Sleeping
Electric appliances and equipment use electricity even when they’re not in use. This kind of energy use is known by various names, such as called phantom load, standby power, vampire power, and leaking electricity. Manufacturers haven’t found solutions for this problem of electrical leakage. While it’s a small amount, if you have a large number […]
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