Although it flows freely from our faucets day in and day out, our actual freshwater supply is limited. Of all the water on planet earth, only 3% is fresh (meaning drinkable for humans and not salty), and 2.5% of that is currently unusable. The majority of available fresh water ...
Major appliances can be expensive. It’s not every day that you casually “window shop” for a new refrigerator or just “pop into” the store to pick up a washing machine. That’s why choosing the right one — one that’s energy-efficient — when you truly need it is ...
Plastic is both a blessing and a curse. It has revolutionized the way we live for the better, but it also presents us with a big problem. Namely, what do we do with it and where does it go once we’re finished using it? Every toothbrush, drinking straw, Styrofoam clamshell and ...
It’s no secret that not all buildings are created equal. That applies to both aesthetics and sustainability. Homes and other buildings that don’t use sustainable design and building methods have higher utility bills, lower air quality, and potentially harmful substances in ...
These days, nearly every household has a programmable thermostat. The cheapest versions of these convenient contraptions only cost around $20, and they can save you hundreds in home heating and cooling costs every year. Now, enter the smart thermostat—the ...
There are clear benefits to doing things yourself. The main benefit is saving money. There are many others, however, including learning a new skill, getting those creative juices flowing, and even finding a new hobby. But when we heard “DIY” and “solar panels” in the ...
Today’s innovations in smart home technology not only make life easier, but also more environmentally friendly. Various tech like smart thermostats, smart power strips and smart irrigation systems all help decrease your home’s energy consumption, thereby increasing its ...
Home improvement and smart technology have been close partners for several years. Today, it’s easier than ever to make your house more convenient by installing various bits and bobs of new-age home tech. But what often gets overlooked is that proper home automation can help ...
The holidays are a time of gathering. But it’s also the time of excess and increased consumerism, as people buy gifts for the sake of buying a gift. We’ve all been there. Deciding on the perfect gift that someone won’t throw away or end up returning is hard enough, but ...
It’s a wintry mix outside. You might have the fireplace going, as it’s the perfect weather to grab a hot chocolate and cozy up with a good book. Full of hot cocoa, you’ve fallen headlong into a page-turning memoir when a sudden and intense heat sweeps you out of the ...
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