When it comes to making your home more energy efficient, the resources are endless. However, if you’re a landlord or property manager of a commercial building, those resources don’t necessarily apply. While energy efficiency starts on an individual level, there’s...
According to the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), outdoor water use makes up for up to 30 percent of the total water use of a single household. It can even rise up to as much as 60 percent of the...
Due to its particularly high levels of Nitrogen oxide, diesel has been in the firing line for quite some time. ULSD (Ultra-Low Sulphur Diesel), the fuel which we purchase at the pumps, appeared to be the solution when it was...
Credit cards are a paperless option, so it’s sensible to assume that they don’t damage the environment too much isn’t it? Well, let’s not forget their key material: plastic. Most are made of PVC — a non-biodegradable fabric. So...
Obtaining solar panels for your home can be a great investment. It can help you to save thousands of dollars in energy costs over the years you own your home. But the initial investment for financing solar energy systems in...
If your home is situated in an area where there is a need to use fans or air conditioner frequently, it is important that you maintain your cooling system regularly. Although your air conditioning unit is meant to last for...
Plug-in electric vehicles, also know as PEVs, are vehicles which run on electricity as a fuel and they can have a massive positive effect on the environment. Both individuals and businesses are taking advantage of these vehicles because of their...
Choosing blinds for a room can be particularly tricky if the room gets direct sunlight in the mornings or afternoons, but also gets a lot of light due to street lights and glow signs at night. At the same time,...
Solar power is often the second form of power generation that homeowners consider after quickly ruling out wind turbines due to a lack of consistent wind to provide consistent power. By contrast, if you’re setting up solar panels where you...
Laundry businesses, especially the ones that are operating at a commercial scale, are known for being big users of electricity and water. Therefore, in recent years, many companies demonstrated their concern towards being green. With that, in the rest of...
If you're planning to cut food waste, you might also want to invest in a compost bin like those available from Wheelie Bin Solutions, who have kitchen waste bins in a range of sizes and colours. With a kitchen and...
Not just one, but investing in a water softener offers multiple benefits which can be reaped in a few years. A water softener upgrades the water quality hence improving your living standards. Even when you don't realise it, hard water...
