green money-savers
Learn How Wal-Mart is Greening its Truck Fleet June 20th, 2008
Simple Fixes Cut Costs, Save Money
Wal-Mart loves to go green if it will save the company green. The company has made several recent moves to reduce its environmental footprint while saving costs, and according to a recent Reuters article, Wal-Mart's...more
The World's Greenest Garbage Can June 11th, 2008
BigBelly Solar Compactor Cuts Waste Management Costs
Did you know that the average garbage truck gets just 2.8 miles to the gallon of diesel fuel? It's true. In fact, garbage trucks get the worst fuel economy of any type of commercial vehicle....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
Act With Your Wallet: Do Business With Green Companies June 2nd, 2008
Every home and business in America relies on technology. But picking the right technology -- and the right technology provider -- can be a daunting challenge. But if you're serious about acting green, it doesn't hurt...more
Texas Declares Memorial Day Sales Tax Holiday for Energy Star Appliances May 21st, 2008
Save Money While You Save the Planet!
Texas likes to do things big, and this Memorial Day weekend is no exception. For three days, Texas is suspending its sales tax on all ENERGY STAR appliances, offering its citizens a chance to save...more
Device Can Cut Energy Use by 10% -- Just Plug It In! May 19th, 2008
Tired of High Electrib Bills? Use Electricity More Efficiently
A new plug-and-play device from Canada's Nevvus Group promises to very simply cut home energy use by 10% or more -- just by plugging it into a wall outlet. According to Nevvus, their POWERGARD "works to...more
Save Money, Paper, Power -- Ditch the Fax Machine May 9th, 2008
Using Internet Fax Services Can Help Save the Environment
Did you know that fax machines are among the most energy-hogging devices in your office? It's true -- like copiers, fax machines tend to be on 24/7, much longer than they are actually used. While...more
Send an Instant Message, Fight Global Warming May 1st, 2008
How many instant messages do you send every day? What if each time you sent an IM, you ended up contributing money to fight global warming or protect the environment? Microsoft's i'm Initiative does just that....more
Reduce, Reuse... FREECYCLE April 29th, 2008
Online service helps connect your extra stuff with those who need it
Let's say you have a bike you don't need. Or a pile of extra magazines sitting in your house. Or some clothes your children have outgrown. You could throw them out. You could recyle them....more
Energy Star: It's About More Than Refrigerators April 24th, 2008
Search for energy-saving electronics, TVs and more
My wife travels a lot, so I thought I would try to make those long trips more fun by buying her a portable DVD player. But being a good greenie, I wanted to make sure...more
