What I Do to Keep My Solar-Powered Deck Fan Operating Efficiently in Summer
There is something deeply satisfying about sitting on your deck on a hot summer afternoon and feeling a gentle breeze from your own solar-powered...
How I Keep My Greywater Recycling System Free from Clogs and Odors
If you had told me a few years ago that I would get genuinely excited about greywater recycling, I would have looked at you...
How I Maintain My Energy-Efficient Windows Year-Round Without Losing Heat
Windows. Those glassy rectangles that frame the world outside your home. They let in the light, the breeze, and sometimes, if you are unlucky,...
Why I Chose Eco-Friendly Sealants and How I Maintain Them Over Time
There was a moment not too long ago when I stared at the peeling sealant around my kitchen sink and thought, "I have to...
How I Keep My Greywater Recycling System Free from Clogs and Odors
If you had told me a few years ago that I would get genuinely excited about greywater recycling, I would have looked at you...
What I’ve Learned About Maintaining My Passive Solar Heating System
When I first decided to install a passive solar heating system in my home, I thought, “Hey, it is solar. It should mostly take...
How I Maintain My Home Biodegradable Garbage Disposal Unit
Okay, I have to admit something right up front: I never thought I would actually get excited about a garbage disposal unit. Sounds weird,...
Why I Regularly Calibrate My Smart Home’s Energy Management System
Have you ever wondered if your smart home’s energy management system is really working as hard as it should? I have. When I first...
How I Maintain My Energy-Efficient Windows Year-Round Without Losing Heat
Windows. Those glassy rectangles that frame the world outside your home. They let in the light, the breeze, and sometimes, if you are unlucky,...
What I Do to Keep My Home Biogas Generator in Good Shape Year-Round
Owning a home biogas generator feels a bit like having your own tiny eco-friendly magic machine humming quietly in the backyard. It turns kitchen...
When I first got Energy Star appliances, I was over the moon. These shiny, clever machines promised to cut down my electricity bills and...