The Microwave Oven Is Your Kitchen’s Energy Champ
Posted on 06. May, 2009 by Chris Baskind in The Daily Footstep
Not only is it fast, but your microwave is the kitchen’s undisputed efficiency champ. Save money and keep your kitchen cooler through the warm weather months!
Weekend Project: Get Your Bicycle Ready for Bike to Work Month!
Posted on 01. May, 2009 by Chris Baskind in The Daily Footstep
May is Bike to Work Month. With warmer weather here, it’s a great time to give bicycle commuting a shot. Here are some tips to get you rolling.
Peeing Pet? It Could Be Your Household Cleaners
Posted on 30. Apr, 2009 by Chris Baskind in The Daily Footstep
Figuring out why a pet is marking indoors can be a frustrating experience. But it could be something as simple as the smell of household cleaners.
LED Flashlights Are a Green No-Brainer
Posted on 27. Apr, 2009 by Chris Baskind in The Daily Footstep
It’s storm season. This year, replace your traditional flashlight with a power-sipping, long-lasting LED model.
Get Buff! Make Your Own Shoe Polish on the Cheap
Posted on 16. Apr, 2009 by Chris Baskind in The Daily Footstep
Here’s a very simple recipe for making a natural shoe polish. It does a great job, is non-toxic, and costs just pennies
Working in the Yard? Get Reel!
Posted on 14. Apr, 2009 by Chris Baskind in The Daily Footstep
If you want to be as green as your lawn this year, think human power. The new generation of reel mowers are ultra-light and eco-friendly.
The Best At-Work Energy Saver Is the Light Switch
Posted on 13. Apr, 2009 by Chris Baskind in The Daily Footstep
Up to 40 percent of the average office power bill goes toward artificial lighting. But how much light do you really need?
Weekend Project: Recycle, Reuse Your Easter Bling
Posted on 11. Apr, 2009 by Chris Baskind in The Daily Footstep
While it might not be possible to sidestep all the commercial trappings of Easter, a little thought will help mitigate the holiday’s eco-footprint.
Computers Need Spring Cleaning, Too
Posted on 09. Apr, 2009 by Chris Baskind in The Daily Footstep
If you’re not already doing regular computer backup and maintenance, add it to your spring cleaning tasks.
The Road to Waste Is Paved with Small Purchases
Posted on 08. Apr, 2009 by Chris Baskind in The Daily Footstep
That $5 thing in the bargain bin is a real deal, isn’t it? Maybe not. Research shows we’re far less thoughtful when it comes to making small purchases.