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Energy-Saving Tips

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Green Dorm Tips: How to Save Energy at College

save-energy-in-dorm Even if you don’t live in a LEED-certified dorm, here are a few ideas to get you (or the college kid you know) off to a green start this school year!

Computers

Buying a new computer? Consider a laptop over a typical desktop computer. Laptops use much less energy—up to 80 percent less, according to Energy Star! Check out our recent list of the most energy-efficient laptops on the market.

And keep an eye out for monitors and ...

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6/29/2010

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Energy-Saving Tips

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7 Ways to Save Energy with Interior Design

save-energy-interior-design After the movie poster years, how can you maximize your home’s Classy Grown-Up factor and minimize your energy bills? Here are some interior design tips for a stylish place that'll help you save energy and money:

  1. Throw rugs. The U.S. Green Building Council says hardwood, tile, or concrete floors are the greenest because carpet doesn't last as long, isn't usually recyclable, and can be a nest of dirt and chemicals. But how to keep your feet warm so ...

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5/04/2010

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Saving Energy on Mother's Day

Save your mom energy this May 9. No, really. In addition to encouraging her to kick back, help her save electricity and water! Here are some energy-efficient gift ideas and tips to make her day better.

For the lady who likes to accessorize or glam it up:recycled-computer-candleholder

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2/18/2010

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5 LED Lights That Make Sense Now

LED lighting promises great energy savings and other advantages over CFLs. But as a new technology, the early products still have some drawbacks. Does that mean you should wait? Not necessarily. In the right places, LED lights can still make sense. Here is a gallery of products that you might consider buying to save energy now.

 

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  • This Sylvania nightlight bulb costs only $3, and uses only 1 watt of electricity.

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  • Got a dark closet or cabinet? This battery-operated light ...

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1/25/2010

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Green Initiative

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Green Design!

Green Design

 

In the following weeks we’ll be focusing on green design – making your home beautiful and respecting the environment. You’ll see tips, examples, DIY projects and resources you can use for your home design projects.

Tell us what you would like to learn about green design and we’ll try to include something for you.

To get started, think about what green design means to you. What do you hope to get out of the project and what are you ...

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