energy efficiency
Save Energy by Charging Devices Through Your Computer April 30th, 2009
How many devices do you have on your person or on your desk right now? Sitting in front of me today, I've got my cell phone, camera, and iPod -- plus all of their respective...more
A Real TV Star: New ENERGY STAR Rules for TV Efficiency November 11th, 2008
How many hours a day do you use your TV? One? Two? Five? More? Okay, let's ask a more important question: is your TV energy efficent? Don't know the answer? That's okay, because until now it...more
What happens at a Home Energy Audit? November 7th, 2008
and how you can increase the health and efficiency of your home.
Jimmy and John from ASK Construction came over to do a Home Performance Energy Audit (a comprehensive energy and safety inspection) of my home. First they did a fairly quick survey inside and out to determine...more
Make Beautiful Music with Eco-Friendly Audio Systems October 3rd, 2008
MetaEfficient Names Greenest Audio Systems of 2008
Love music? Love the environment? Then let's talk about this year's greenest audio devices. Like all electronics, audio systems can contain all kinds of toxic materials. They aren't always easily recyclable, and they often come with...more
How to Recycle Your Old CFL Light Bulbs June 5th, 2008
It's Easier Than You Think
Yes, CFLs are the greatest thing since sliced bread. They use less electricity, last longer, and look cool in your shopping cart. But as their critics are quick to point out, they do contain a...more
Build Your Home for Energy Efficiency March 27th, 2008
Tips for Creating an Energy Efficient Home
If you’re building from scratch there are some things you can do to insure maximum energy efficiency. Work proper shading into your design – tactics such as overhangs and trees planted within close proximity can...more
Honda Civic GX Tops List of Greenest Cars March 10th, 2008
11th annual ACEE list ranks best and worst vehicles
For the fifth year in a row, the natural-gas powered Honda Civic GX has received the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy's ranking as the greenest car on the market. According to Honda, "This...more
Who Makes the Greenest Electronics? March 6th, 2008
Greenpeace grades the goods
The Sony Ericsson T650i mobile phone is one of the greenest cell phones on the market, according to a new report from Greenpeace. The venerable environmental organization studied 37 devices (cell phones, laptops and desktop...more
