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Try these simple, inexpensive ideas in your family room or den to stay comfortable year-round. |
The US Environmental Protection Agency is encouraging Americans to switch from their regular light bulbs to compact fluorescent light bulbs because they cut down on green house emissions. An added benefit to the switch is they also cut down on energy consumption saving you money. By Denise Oliveri |
The new compact fluorescent light bulbs have become smaller and have improved lighting power and color. They also use only about 15% of the energy of a traditional light bulb. The first person to convince me that compact fluorescent light bulbs may be the way to go was Janet Kruger, who owns the Lights On lighting store in Mankato, Minnesota. By Gail Seymour |
 | Living off the grid and returning to the rural living lifestyle is not hard to do, but it will take effort on your part. Returning back to basics is an endeavor best accomplished with a network of lifelines, such as neighbors or family nearby, who also are returning to the simpler lifestyle. By Helen Polaski |
 | Learn how to make your own rain chain using copper piping. By Jenney Cheever |
 | Improvements in technology and attractive federal tax credits make this a great time to give solar energy a second look. Solar shingles, lights and heaters can reduce your impact on the environment and your monthly utility bills. |
Removing wall mold can help your well-being as much as it can preserve the good condition of your house. By Gene Rodriguez, III |
Learning how to identify asbestos might save your life. By Gene Rodriguez, III |
Making the decision to invest in a home solar energy system is only the first step. You must also decide whether or not to stay connected to your local power system (grid-tie) or to cut the cord completely (off-grid). By Gene Rodriguez, III |
There are a few basics that every homeowner should pay attention to when it comes to energy conservation in the home: heating and cooling, windows, insulation, electrical systems, roofing and doors. |
 | Energy independence and an eco-friendly future are priorities for many homeowners today. A home solar energy system is a great way to achieve these goals. If you live in a conventionally powered home, you may be considering a switch to solar energy. By Gene Rodriguez, III |
Long term food storage needs to be at the forefront of your emergency preparedness plan. By LuAnn Schindler |
Low impact living is something that you can manage without a major lifestyle change. By Jackson Tremont |
When considering a home renewable energy source, your first decision will be whether you'll cut the cord to your electric company. By Gene Rodriguez, III |
The way that the environment plays into heating and cooling systems is complex. |
When the temperature drops, most humans begin donning additional layers of warm clothing. But what about their homes? Light and airy interiors can not only look but feel viscerally cold and uninviting when cooler weather arrives. By Jayne Pelosi |
Whether you're building new construction or renovating an older home, choosing the most energy efficient windows is one of the most important decisions you're going to make. By Timothy Braseth |
Voluntary simplicity doesn't have to mean running off to the woods to live in a cave. It's really about figuring out what's important to you and eliminating the things that clutter your life. By Jenney Cheever |
