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Save Energy with Power Strips
Did you know that your electronics still consume energy even when they’re not on? That includes computers, TV’s, microwaves, coffee makers, and more. Instead of wasting this valuable electricity, plug all of your electronic equipment and appliances into a smart … Continue reading
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Tagged green business, green energy, saving energy
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Turn Down Your Water Temperature and Save Money
This is a great time of year to readjust not only the temperature your thermastat is set at, but also the temperature of your water. Your water heater uses energy to keep your water hot for steam showers. Turn down … Continue reading
Bamboo: Eco-Friendly Flooring for Your Home and Office
Hardwood flooring for your home or office is both beautiful and functional. Unlike carpet, hardwood flooring does not collect dust and dander, which makes them a great choice for people with allergies. They’re durable and they make any home or … Continue reading
The Best Eco-Friendly Kitchen Counter Tops for Your Home
The better the countertop, the higher the value of your kitchen and your home. So you’ll want kitchen counter tops that are both functional and beautiful. In fact, some homes are purchased because of their beautiful kitchen. However, as people … Continue reading
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Reduce Expenses by Reducing Your Business’s Energy Use
Being “green” and having a profitable business can go hand-in-hand. By saving energy and conserving resources at work, you can also decrease your expenditures, improving your bottom line. Here are three easy tips to save energy and money for your … Continue reading
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When E-Waste is Not Recycled & Instead, Exported
When e-waste is not properly recycled or even worse, it’s exported to countries like Ghana, the poor take apart the devices, burning plastic wires to get at the copper inside. Whenever you get a new computer, gadget or TV, … Continue reading
Support Sustainability by Supporting Green Businesses
It’s wonderful to practice conservation and sustainability at home. We decrease our own footprint in the world and show our children how to respect our environment and resources. We can further our impact in this world by also supporting businesses … Continue reading
Reduce Junk Mail and Help the Environment
Did you know that junk mail kills 2.6 million trees every year?* Here are three easy ways to reduce your “snail mail,” save trees and keep junk mail out of landfills: Pay Bills Online Are you receiving your bills in … Continue reading
Sprint Encourages Manufacturers to Improve Repairability and Recyclability of Phones
Sprint announced that it will require all new phones to go through third-party testing to improve repairability, recyclability and energy efficiency. The testing criteria for materials used, energy efficiency, sustainability and performance are developed by UL Environment, a product certification … Continue reading
European E-Waste Shipped to Ghana
A new report from makeITfair reveals the effect of unregulated e-waste shipment from Europe to Ghana. Around 600 containers of second-hand electronics arrive in Ghana ever month. Unfortunately Ghana, like many underdeveloped countries, have no adequate infrastructure to deal with … Continue reading