Green Expert Tips and Opinions

Cut Costs and Go Green with Utility Energy Efficiency Loans

cszoradi — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 09:08:16 -0500

In 2007, San Diego Gas & Electric pioneered an innovative zero percent loan program that allowed businesses as well as institutional and government customers to finance new energy-efficient equipment on their utility bills.

How YOU Can Go Green with SIM Only Deals

cszoradi — Thu, 22 Sep 2011 12:54:29 -0400

SIM only deals are some of the most desirable deals offered. These deals allow consumers to keep their same equipment and transfer service to a different provider. SIM only deals are convenient for consumers that travel to numerous different countries, but do not want to lose the convenience of their mobile device or smartphone.

How Does It Work? Energy-efficient Lightbulbs

cszoradi — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 13:51:08 -0400

Compact Fluorescent Lights, otherwise known as CFLs, have come a long way since they entered the lightbulb market a few years ago. Along with their light-emitting diode cohort (aka LEDs), they’ve become standard fare at home furnishing stores and can now be dimmed, diffused and clustered for maximum impact.

10 Ways to Beat the Heat

cszoradi — Fri, 08 Apr 2011 10:15:47 -0400

No, it's not your imagination—it definitely is getting hotter. The eight warmest years on record occurred over the past decade. But staying cool this summer doesn't necessarily mean you have to pay a fortune to keep the air-conditioning running day and night.

More than 160 Michigan Scientists Tell Congress: Let EPA do its Job, Stop Attacks

cszoradi — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 12:09:25 -0500

MI scientists: Assault on EPA threatens public health, economy

LANSING – More than 160 scientists from universities across Michigan today called on Michigan’s congressional delegation to oppose further attacks on the Environmental Protection Agency’s authority, calling the EPA essential to protecting the public health.

Green Your Kid: Thanksgiving Fun for the Family

nakita johnson — Tue, 23 Nov 2010 14:56:26 -0500

Nowadays, Thanksgiving is primarily about family (and eating). However, the holiday was originally about giving thanks for the bounty of food that was to help folks through the lean winter months. These kid-friendly ideas will help get your family back to Thanksgiving's roots.

In the Market for a New TV? Check out NRDC's Holiday Shopping Guide

nakita johnson — Mon, 22 Nov 2010 09:03:41 -0500

Get ready for the tidal wave of Black Friday, Christmas and End of Year sales on big screen TVs and other consumer electronics.

How Green is Your Bathroom?

nakita johnson — Fri, 19 Nov 2010 01:47:55 -0500

Turning your house into an eco-friendly space is a step-by-step process, but if you want to start out with a bang, hit the bathrooms first.

How Healthy Is Your Bedroom?

nakita johnson — Fri, 19 Nov 2010 01:39:11 -0500

The kitchen may be the most popular room in the house, but the bedroom is where you clock the most time.

How Green is Bio-Based Soy Foam Insulation?

nakita johnson — Thu, 18 Nov 2010 17:57:12 -0500

Question: Do you recommend bio-based soy foam insulation?
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