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  • In recent years, rising fuel costs and concern over the environmental impact of fossil fuels have driven some DIYers to start making their own biodiesel from vegetable oil. You don't need to be a…

  • Algae is one of the most abundant naturally occurring aquatic plants and often serves a largely beneficial purpose in aquatic ecosystems. They are essential sources of oxygen for fish and other…

  • Americans waste energy every year, from electronics using too much power, leaking faucets, uneaten foods and many other preventable causes. Instituting green living techniques into your home and work…

  • If you are short on money but have a little creativity, then consider incorporating nature into your next home decorating project or afternoon craft activity with your children. You can go on a nature…

  • Going "green" by making and purchasing more environmentally safe products for your church can be fun and simple. Discuss options with your pastor or priest to begin organizing a more green-friendly…

  • Going green in your home or office doesn't require a drastic change in your everyday approach to basic tasks, but it will necessitate your learning how to navigate the world of eco-friendly products…

  • Whether your garden is on a patio or in the backyard, there's a bean plant that suits your available space. These annuals prefer full sun, well-drained soil and 1 inch of water weekly. You can be…

  • Japanese spurge (Pachysandra terminalis) spreads across the ground about 8 inches tall and indefinitely in width. Glossy, green leaves with jagged teeth are attractive, but the spreading roots and…

  • Southerners colloquially use the name monkey grass for plants others know as lilyturf (Liriope spp.). Not a true grass but a grass-like member of the lily family, some gardeners prefer it as…

  • Roundup is a systemic herbicide with the active ingredient glyphosate. It acts on plants through direct contact and absorption into leaves and stems. Glyphosate doesn't linger in soil to kill weeds --…

  • Builders, contractors, homeowners and governmental policymakers have had to look at how constructing energy-efficient buildings and homes not only is beneficial in terms of saving money but also in…

  • While both line drying and machine dryers accomplish the goal of drying your clothes, there are several differences that should be considered. Choose the method that best suits your purposes.

  • Household cleaning products are available in countless varieties with just as many promises to make your home spotless. Many of them are not environmentally friendly and can be harmful to your health.…

  • Green beans come in two major varieties: bush beans and pole beans. Pole beans will climb a trellis, making it a little easier to pick the beans because the gardener need not bend over. Bush beans…

  • Garden of Life Perfect Food Super Green Formula provides consumers with more than 8,000 mg of greens per serving. One serving of the powdered supplement is equivalent to 140 g of fresh-grass juice.…

  • UV (ultraviolet) light is used in many industries to sterilize products. While UV light has the ability to kill some bacteria, there are many misconceptions regarding UV and its ability to kill algae…

  • Sand casting creates metal, plastic or rubber shapes by pouring liquid material into a pre-made form or pattern. Typically, moulding sand, also called molding sand or casting sand, is used in this…

  • More future homeowners, architects and contractors look for environmentally safe and friendly products in today's home construction. The use of certified green building products promote recycled and…

  • Kelp meal is a supplement fed to horses and other livestock such as cows, pigs, goats and sheep. Kelp meal is derived from seaweed, and organic kelp meal is derived from naturally sourced seaweed with…

  • Acclaim Extra is a selective post-emergent herbicide used in the removal of annual weeds such as crabgrass. The product contains fenoxaprop as its active ingredient. Many gardeners prefer Acclaim…

  • Rigid foam board is used in the construction industry as an insulation and structural support material. Foam core board is a craft material used for mounting photos and art, or for creating displays…

  • Aerosol containers are often expensive and contain hazardous chemicals that pollute the environment and your lungs. (ref 1) Many people have decided to make their lives "greener" by changing the way…

  • Green or environmentally friendly renovations can update and beautify your home. They also help protect the environment by relying on recycled or renewable resources and consuming less energy.…

  • These days, it seems that everyone is going "green." Green—or environmentally friendly—products are showing up on store shelves everywhere. Not only are these products better for the…

  • To a great extent, Oregon is characterized by its agriculture, horticulture and magnificent forests. Every year that state's farmers, turf experts, gardeners and forestry personnel work diligently to…

  • Green living is a popular way to help reduce the environmental impact of everyday life. Investing in green products that are made with sustainable parts or ingredients and that use less energy and oil…

  • Many people use air fresheners in their homes, but commercial air freshener sprays can be full of chemicals and pollutants. However, giving up these products doesn't mean that your house has to smell…

  • Everywhere you look today, there is a push to go green. Going green means incorporating recycling and sustainability into your lifestyle. There are countless ways in which you can make a positive…

  • Rats have long lived on the fringe of humanity, eating the scraps and crumbs left behind by humans and nesting in attics, basements or garages. Rats can spread disease, spoil entire crops, damage…

  • Sustainable energy has become an increasing focus around the United States, including in Illinois. Illinois' state government offers numerous grants to encourage the development and deployment of new…

  • Green products, although a little more expensive at the time of purchase, will almost always save you money, and energy, in the long run. Here are a few inexpensive green products that will provide…

  • The buildings in the United States consumed 39 percent of the country's total energy use in 2006, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. The country's population is expected to grow 21 percent…

  • Green building products offer many benefits to both the environment and the home. While the environment is sustained from renewable, natural and non-toxic building products, the home is protected with…

  • As the world's petroleum supply experiences skyrocketing prices, looking for a green way to make fuel has become more popular. Biofuel production using algae is one green way to create a fuel source.…

  • A carbon footprint is an estimate of an individual's, or country's, greenhouse gas emissions in tons per year. The United States partners with nations around the world to find ways to reduce climate…

  • Roundup® is a chemical herbicide with active ingredient glyphosate. It is a non-selective herbicide, which means it will affect any and all plants that come in contact with it, including flowers.…

  • Moen's corporate website offers a comprehensive guide for purchasing its products--and specific parts for its products--through both online and brick-and-mortar outlets. While it is easier to locate a…

  • Mold found in homes is a type of fungus that lives by breaking down the material on which it resides. As part of their life cycle, molds produce spores for reproduction. It's these mold spores that…

  • Pond algae is the green slime that covers the water of a pond. It turns clear, crystal water to a smelly mess. Algae are actually small plants that have no roots. They can float at the surface of a…

  • Pond algae is the green slime that covers the water of a pond. It turns clear, crystal water to a smelly mess. Algae are actually small plants that have no roots. They can float at the surface of a…

  • A properly maintained pond with rich blue water can be breathtaking. Inside the water there is just the right balance between animal life (fish) and plant life. Blue pond treatment is a necessary…

  • With the world's growing population and ever-increasing drain on natural resources, going green can help save clean air, water and fuel while decreasing health risks from toxins in the products we use…

  • Sand casting, also called sand-molded casting, is a popular industrial process used by foundries to manufacture different parts for machines and instruments using different metals. Foundries prefer…

  • Spode China is a brand of bone china tableware. Its many popular patterns and many years of production have made it a showcase in many homes. It often can be recognized by its distinctive blue Italian…

  • Waterford Crystal--the mere mention of the name evokes a sense of prestige and beauty. Those who have held a carefully crafted Waterford Crystal item in their hands can recall the musical ring of a…

  • Watch as a pair of conservation explains how to choose "green" bath products in this free online video about environmentalism.

  • Many people are striving to do the best they can for they environment, including buying environmentally friendly products for their house. Even if you do research on a company and their products…