Did you know that a whopping 91% of plastic isn’t recycled? This shocking statistic shines a spotlight on the plastic war that the world is currently fighting. Have you joined the battle against plastic? To start, you MUST recycle! If your family doesn’t think twice about throwing away soda bottles, food waste, wrappers, and jars…
Read MoreHow environmentally friendly is your HVAC? Though air conditioning is not very eco-friendly, the more advanced HVAC systems are, the more efficiently they run. Still, as of 2018, 12 percent of US home energy consumption comes from air conditioning. Therefore, it’s important to try to reduce the carbon footprint of your new HVAC system. Check…
Read MoreThe average American spends around 112 dollars on their power bill each month. This amount varies depending on the state you live in and the amount of electricity you use. While you may not have control over the state you live in you do get to have control of your electricity intake. There are more…
Read MoreDon’t let anyone tell you Americans don’t care about green issues. Americans really care about the environment. In fact, more than 70 percent of Americans say that protecting the environment is actually more important than economic growth. However, there are many ways that we can damage the environment without knowing it. What if we told you…
Read MoreIt’s all of our responsibilities to be a little kinder to the world around us. Especially, as we experience increasingly dangerous side effects from climate change such as the raging wildfires in multiple parts of the world. There’s a lot of simple changes you can make around the home that will, not only, help you live…
Read MoreAs public interest in reducing environmental impact, so too does interest in basic home improvements that assist in that end. Water conservation, in particular, gets a lot of attention because the steps often prove easier than other approaches. For example, many people look to rainwater collection systems to help them limit their environmental water impact.…
Read MoreEnergy conservation and sustainability are huge concerns for a lot of people in the U.S. In fact, 63 percent of Americans have said that they want to see an increase in energy conservation to help combat issues like climate change. In response to the increase in demand for energy conservation efforts, many businesses are looking…
Read More96% of consumers believe they can make a difference with sustainable and eco-friendly choices. There’s only one problem — living an eco-friendly lifestyle isn’t easy. It all starts at home. When you waste energy, you’re contributing to your carbon footprint. The same is true every time you purchase and toss expendable products. Thankfully, there are some simple…
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