An available, efficient repair infrastructure could contribute significantly to a reduced waste stream: why toss and replace when you can fix it? Right? Unfortunately, not only have we gotten out of [ … ]
Tag: appliances
The Waste Biz: French Manufacturers Must Offer Gadget, Appliance Repair
The French have passed a new law that requires gadget & appliance repair or replacement for two years, and job creation in a circular economy…
Energy Efficient Appliances: Will they Save You Money?
Today’s home appliances are light years better than those of just a decade ago. Their superb energy-efficiency helps you create an eco-friendly home — and they can also save you money.
You Can Make Your Home Greener with Energy Efficient Appliances
Time for a makeover? Make sure energy-efficient appliances are a part of the plan Does it bother you that you think your carbon footprint is too big? At the same [ … ]
Smarten Up: Reduce Your “Phantom” Power Use
Did you know your TV uses electricity, even when turned off? So does your iHome, coffee maker, microwave oven, hair-dryer, clock radio, and other electronics. Yes, even chargers for cell [ … ]
Green Talk Radio: Energy Efficient Products with ENERGY STAR
Sean Daily, Green Living Ideas‘ Editor-In-Chief, talks about efficient ENERGY STAR products and the Change a Light Campaign with Wendy Reed, Campaign Manager for ENERGY STAR. [Courtesy of our friends [ … ]
The Twelve Days of sustainablog: Urban Homesteading, Green Colleges, and Recycling by the Numbers
Dog days of August? Not at sustainablog! While most people are wondering if the summer heat is ever going to end, we were hitting our stride here: many more posts, [ … ]
Low Impact Living: Five Eco-Smart Ways to Spend Your Tax Rebate
Editor’s note: Hopefully, a tax rebate or economic stimulus check is in the mail for you. Our friends at Low Impact Living have some ideas on ways to invest that [ … ]