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Big STC Price Rise Means Cheaper Hot Water Systems
The Small-Scale Technology Certificate (STC) from Green Energy has hit its highest price since 2010. The STC price recently rose to $37, meaning certain green products such as solar hot water, hydropower and wind power are now cheaper to purchase. The way it works is that certain green products attract STCs. The price of STCs is deducted from the purchase price of these products. This means the higher the price of STCs, the cheaper the product. To make this clearer for you, let’s use Rinnai’s family sized Equinox solar hot water system as...
read moreAdopting a New Lifestyle: Inexpensive Green Living Tips for Beginners
Green living used to be viewed as simply a passing fad. However, new research and new technology encouraged consumers to seek out both organic goods and eco-friendly services. However, many people still associate natural products and “green” behaviors with a high price tag. The truth is, there are simple tips that homeowners can utilize that will both save them money and help the environment at the same time. The following ideas can help you make the switch to a green lifestyle without costing you much money. Pick and Choose Your...
read moreFight Flooding: Manage Surface and Groundwater Around Your Home and Foundation
To help prevent flooding that can damage your home and potentially put your family at risk, you must do everything you can within the household and surrounding area. Fortunately, to help reduce the flooding risk, here are important tips to consider: Control the Surface Water Around Your Home Lot grading Lot grading involves sloping the features and ground away from the foundation of your home. “Positive lot grading” is required by code for many new homes, although older homes may not make the cut. Unfortunately, many older homes do not...
read moreLG Takes An Eco-Friendly Step Forward with New Air Conditioning Product
There’s nothing quite like feeling the cool air from an air conditioner hit your skin on a hot and sticky day. Underlying this enjoyment and relief however, is the very real and negative impacts air conditioners have on our environment. LG Electronics recently announced the launch of its commercial inverter air conditioning solution, the ‘Inverter Single Package’. The company has used its latest inverter technology to deliver this incredibly energy efficient and high performance product. This means good news for both your bills and the...
read moreHow To Ensure Your Pet Products Are Environmentally Friendly
We have all become more conscious about protecting the Earth and its natural resources lately. To ensure that your pets are living environmentally friendly too, here are five easy tips to make sure they are minimizing their carbon paw-print on Earth. There are tons of green dog and cat supplies on the market right within your local pet supply store. On your next trip, opt for dog beds that are made from recycled plastic bottles, organic cotton pet toys, and leashes constructed from repurposed climbing ropes. There are plenty of options that...
read moreDealing With the Summer Heat in an Eco-Friendly Manner
Depending on where in the country you live, the summer months can be unbearably hot. While running the air conditioning is an option for most, it does cost a lot of money and it isn’t very good for the environment. Still, there are a few alternatives that can help you beat the heat while also cutting back on your carbon footprint. Keep Hot Air Out One of the most effective ways to ensure that the outside air doesn’t invade your home is by adding extra insulation. In particular, both blown cellulose and foam are effect insulators, as...
read morePlanning a “Green” Date: Fun Ideas for Environmentally Conscious Couples
Date nights can get repetitive and expensive. The next time you and your partner make plans, try one of these five eco-friendly ideas. They don’t require a lot of money or preparation time, but they are sure to produce memories that you will cherish for a lifetime. Head to the Local Farmer’s Market Supporting local businesses, like a McAllen pest control company, is a great way to help protect the environment. Farmer’s markets offer fresh, nutritious food, typically grown only a short distance away from the market itself. Plan a menu...
read moreConserving Water in Your Garden
When we garden, we rarely think that what we are doing could be harmful for the ecosystem, but if we don’t pay close enough attention to what we are doing we can actually cause more harm than good. Green lawns and gardens take a lot of water to maintain, especially if you live in a dry climate. Conserving the amount of water that you use is surprisingly easy if you pay attention and make a few small changes. Know When to Water Water your yard during the coolest part of the day to reduce the amount of water that evaporates. Early morning is...
read moreCan Casinos Be Eco?
Throughout the civilized world, casinos have become a bastion for adult entertainment and gratuitous spending. As enjoyable and profitable as they are, casinos are now taking the unprecedented steps of becoming eco-friendly, doing their part to ensure the future of the planet. While some criticize the attempts as too little to do any good, the steps are, at the very least, helping to raise awareness of the cause. The following are just some of the ways in which modern casinos are taking a stand against Global Warming. Eco-Lighting Many...
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