Seattle Bans Disposable Food Packaging
The City of Seattle is leading the way to a more sustainable future, making history by becoming the first municipality to implement a ban on one time use food packaging. The ban affects the entire food service industry in Seattle—restaurants, coffee shops, supermarkets, delis, and even private cafeterias. Starting on July 1st 2010, they must provide customers with packaging that is either compostable or recyclable. That means no more disposable paper napkins, coffee stirrers, clamshells, cups, or lids. This is a monumental step on the path toward a zero waste future. In addition, ...
Summer Tips for Staying Cool and Saving Money
With the summer season in full swing, it's a perfect time to think about ways to reduce your home's cooling costs. A typical household spends almost 20% of its utility bill on cooling, and by taking steps this summer to improve energy efficiency, you can save energy, save money and help fight climate change. Here are a few simple tips from the Energy Star program that can help you to start saving today: Program your thermostat to work around your family’s summer schedule—set it a few degrees higher (such as 78 degrees) when no one is home, so your cooling system isn’t ...
5 Tips for Improving Fuel Economy
With the summer holidays just around the corner, another driving season is rapidly approaching. Day-trips, beach outings, and family barbecues—not to mention family vacations—all increase the national demand for gasoline, pushing pump prices up even higher. Already the national average of regular gasoline is $2.73/gallon, up nearly 25 cents from last year. In the long term, the best answer will be to buy the most fuel efficient vehicles from your local car dealer. Fortunately, there are some simpler changes you can make right now to help you save big at the pump, without significantly impacting your lifestyle. 1. Choose the Most ...
Save Energy and Sell Your Household Carbon Credits
We are excited that our customers can now not only save thousands on their electric, natural gas and heating oil bills, but can generate additional savings by verifying their savings by entering their utility bills and selling the resulting carbon credits thru a broker. There is a big issue of verification of the bills, but a solution will emerge to solve it. It is the sign of things to come! -Green Irene US couple take lead on carbon trade by selling their first credit A Pennsylvania couple has sold the world's first carbon credit awarded for a reduction in personal carbon emissions. About ...
EPA Home Energy Yardstick: How does your home compare?
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has developed a great calculator that measures your home energy use against similar homes nationwide. The calculator only takes a few minutes to complete, though you'll need either 12 months of utility bills or an annual summary from your utility company on hand. Aside from electricity, you can also enter information for natural gas, fuel oil, propane, and kerosene. After running the calculator, you'll receive an estimate of your home's annual greenhouse gas emissions and a "yardstick" rating that compares you to other households of similar size and composition. You'll also be able to check out ...
15 Great Reasons To Get a Green Home Makeover
15 Great Reasons To Get a Green Home Makeover from Your Local, Certified Green Irene Eco-Consultant (1) Your Green Irene Eco-Consultant, supported by the resources of Green Irene LLC, is the LOCAL, knowledgeable green friend you have been waiting for. He or she has the tools and information necessary to move you and your family toward a healthier, greener life. Let them share their knowledge! Get a Green Home Makeover for $99 in about 90 minutes and save thousands! Energy and Water Savings (2) Save over $3,500 on your electric bill over the life of your ...
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As the summer stays hot and we turn the dial to cool down the house, you might wonder, “How efficient...
Summer Tips for Staying Cool and Saving Money
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5 Tips for Improving Fuel Economy
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