“Turn off the lights!” Everyone must have heard this many times but some people still forget when they leave the room. Did you know that turning them off will help you save more money on your electric bills? Lights are one of the reasons why our bills get out of control. It’s true, we need lights. We need them to add color in our homes or simply use them to see what’s in front of us. It may help us see where we are going, but does it lead us to an eco-friendly path? 1. Compact Florescent … [Read more...]
Trim Down Household Energy Waste
If you haven’t had an energy audit done on your home, then it’s about time. If you still believe you are doing everything you can do to preserve energy, you might be wrong. There are still many surprising means to help you cut back on your energy consumption. One dilemma that many households experience is the lack of teamwork from every member of the family. If everyone is not on board on energy efficiency, we would not be able to notice these little results. It would not help much if, for … [Read more...]
Green Clothing Solutions
People tend to change their wardrobe once in awhile. Some buy new clothes because of the weather changes, while some simply wants to wear something new, or it’s the latest fashion trend. But what can you do to go green with your clothing? First, donate the clothes that you throw away when you clean your closets. Some of the clothes you don’t want any longer might still be good for other people. You can donate these clothes to some families who may need them. You do not just help these … [Read more...]
Do It Yourself Projects for Going Green
6 Easy DIY Projects to Save Money and The Environment Did you know that you can truly save more money and energy in your home? Yes, that’s true. With a few repairs you can go green right in your home. Do you want your monthly utility bills to lessen? Then why not try some minor repairs that will add up to major savings in the future. Start with a little elbow grease and watch the savings begin. Let’s see some fix-it items that will trim down your energy consumption and your carbon … [Read more...]
Your Local Library is a Green Solution
Your Local Library Buys Resources So You Don’t Have To For most people, reading is one of their favorite pastimes. Some even collect books from their favorite authors or genre. But what do we do after we finish reading them? What happens to your books? Some might re-sell them and some might just leave them on their bookshelves until they are covered in dust and dirt. Did you know that there are ways to still enjoy reading and be eco-friendly at the same time? So why don’t you try and visit … [Read more...]
Fuel Efficient Cars and Driving Habits
Save Money and the Environment with Fuel Efficient Cars and Driving Habits As we all know, prices of everything has been going up, especially the gas that we use. It might be okay if we have a small car, but for most families who have more members in the family or opted for an SUV, you might need a lot more money to get some gas. To help you increase your fuel efficiency and trim down your carbon footprint, here are some tips for you: 1. New hybrid cars. Compare your current vehicle … [Read more...]
Improvements To Green Up Your Home
The best place to get started on going GREEN is right at home. We are all socially responsible to go green. Although, most people think going green is costly, it all depends on how they see the situation. And it might take a little time to reap the benefits of green living. Have you ever thought of making a few changes around the house but haven’t found the time, or just didn’t know what to do? I suggest you must first consider making a few improvements to make your home more energy efficient … [Read more...]
