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Among the biggest energy hogs in the kitchen are electric ovens. Newer models are more energy-efficient and can hold a temperature longer, even if you’ve turned off the oven. Consider turning off the ... more

Are you renovating your kitchen and wondering what can be done with old granite, stone or marble countertops? The last thing you should do is have them sent to a landfill. Fabricators can do more than... more

When you turn on the faucet to wash your hands or brush your teeth, do you turn it all the way on? When you don’t need the full force of maximum water pressure, consider lightly turning on the faucet ... more

Take advantage of the opportunity colder weather offers to detox the things in your home. When the temperature dips below freezing at night, lay out a clean tarp in your unheated garage and put items ... more

Take the time to delete unnecessary email from your inbox today to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Here’s why: Unread or saved emails in your inbox are archived on the servers that hold your acc... more

If you want to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions in a meaningful way, do this: Eat more beans. Researchers at Loma Linda University found that switching out beef for beans is one of the easiest way... more

The United States Postal Service has a simple green tip when shipping through the mail this year: Reuse what you have. Yes, you can use the perfectly sturdy cardboard box your new shoes came in as a g... more

Do you have lots of little bars of hotel soap at home and you're not sure what to do with them? There’s a good chance your neighbors, fellow churchgoers and co-workers also have some they would like t... more

It’s true that cars built more than 10 years ago are not as efficient as cars built today. But many people have their motor oil changed at the same frequency, no matter when their car was made. You mi... more

Do you want to prevent moths from destroying your clothes? The most important step is to make sure you vacuum regularly in your closet. Closets typically are dark and dusty, and moths and their larvae... more

Do you use the dining app OpenTable to make reservations at restaurants? If you love to give to those in need, you may want to start. OpenTable offers loyalty points that you can accumulate by using t... more

Old-fashioned pressure cookers used to be precarious to use, since they could literally explode if the tight seal got loose. But new designs and safety latches make modern-day pressure cookers safe an... more

Have you recently finished painting your living room and wondered what to do with your leftover paint? It's actually recyclable through a nonprofit program called PaintCare. PaintCare is available in ... more

There are myriad reasons to ditch the use of paper towels at home. Beyond the environmental factors of deforestation, lack of recyclability and waste, they also can be dirty. Even if you make the slig... more

If you live in a climate that gets a lot of snow, you actually can use it to protect your outdoor plants. The trick is to use it as an insulator by layering clean snow around the base of the plants. T... more

Did you know those who adopt a vegan diet produce 50% less CO2 emissions and use 13 times less water to grow what they eat? But if the thought of going totally plant-based seems impossible to you, you... more

If you drink carbonated beverages, which is better: a plastic bottle or aluminum can? The answer is simple: aluminum. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, aluminum cans are one of the mos... more

One of the best things you can do when seeking out consumer goods is to buy used. When it comes to the environmental impact of things like clothing, cars, household items, electronics, books and other... more

Bath towels eventually wear out and need to be replaced, but that doesn’t mean the old ones can't be reused for other purposes around the house. The simplest thing is to cut them into rags that can be... more

It’s important to always run a full dishwasher to get the most energy and water efficiency possible. But what if you need to run it when it’s not quite full? Try loading a few other things from around... more

Does your kitchen or bathroom drain have an unpleasant odor? Instead of dumping chlorine bleach down the drain to neutralize the odor, try this nontoxic solution: regular salt. Sometimes decomposing o... more

It’s a pretty basic eco-fact that planting a tree is one of the best ways to give back to the Earth and beautify your property. But trees can be expensive, and nothing is worse than a living investmen... more

When you’re using your oven to bake dinner for a crowd, one of the worst things you can do to affect the food and your utility bill is to open the oven door unnecessarily. Ovens use a lot of energy to... more

Yes, even releasing one helium balloon into the sky can be seriously damaging for the environment. Researchers at the University of Michigan studied the environmental impact of balloons and found some... more

A popular gift for all sorts of occasions is a fresh flower arrangement. If you're someone who has received such a gift, the cabinet under your sink may be full of old vases you've collected and stash... more

If you're a parent throwing a birthday party for your child, why not invite other moms and dads to come to the party and do a toy swap? While the kids are playing, parents can go through bags of unuse... more

Did you know nearly 5 million pounds of wrapping paper is used every year in the United States (with the majority used during the holiday season)? While the greenest option is to go gift wrap-free whe... more

When you’re throwing a dinner party or gathering that involves a large number of people, it can be easy to overcook or overorder food and end up with a lot of waste. Catering professionals have a basi... more