Have your energy bills seemed a bit steep over the years? Most people find this to be the case. Conserving energy not only saves you money, it also means you play a part in saving the environment. There are various methods for energy conservation, ranging from the extremely complex to the really simple ones. Now,…
With an ever increasing sense of doom, saving the planet has become an absolute priority for most. This focus translates across to many different industries, but arguably one of the most important is our use of appliances in the home. There are a few other big ones, such as transport, but generally energy use in…
Saving energy around the home is great for the planet, but it also helps save money. That makes conserving energy a win-win for everyone. Changing behaviors around the home, improving your weatherproofing, and other simple actions can make a huge impact on how much energy your home consumes each month. To get you started, here…
For the purposes of this thought experiment, think of your home as a cardboard box. (Preferably sustainable, recyclable cardboard – but it’s your imagination, so whatever works!) Step One Now, that box encompasses your entire home. If you lifted up the whole plot of land you own, from the driveway to the fence in the…
I just found this cool infographic and I thought I would share it with you. When I was in America I was so surprised to see those huge refrigerators, washing machines and dishwashers which here in Europe are usually much smaller. Did you know that families in the U.S. spend about $2,000 per year on their…