Archive for the 'At Home' Category

Water Heater Upkeep Means Cheaper Utility Bills

Saturday, July 5th, 2008

Paying more than you have to for a furnace, heater, or hot water is the same as pouring energy dollars down the sink. In this article, you’ll find hands-on advice about how to maintain your water heater for no cost, meaning a more economical and ecological way of heating water.

Practical Gardening Help: Maintaining A Compost Heap

Saturday, June 21st, 2008

Many people who have gardens have a large amount of organic waste, from grass clippings to leaves and dead plants. But, many waste money and time having these wastes transported to a landfill. It isn’t just a waste of good compost; it’s a waste of everything that goes into the process of transporting it (the [...]

Tips for a Greener Household

Wednesday, June 18th, 2008

Whether it’s eliminating plastic bags from your household, making the switch to compact fluorescent light bulbs or using biodegradable detergents, small lifestyle changes can add up to big benefits for the environment.
The following video from News Canada shows what one family did to green their household. (video will load using Windows Media player or similar)