Perhaps you’ve noticed an insert in your energy bill or received a flyer from your utility company offering discounts or rebates for a home energy audit. It’s easy to see the benefit of upgrading to a newer, more efficient water heater or furnace. But why would anyone want to pay to get audited? Once you’ve read this introduction to energy […]
Mike Phillips, CEO of Sense, a developer of home energy monitoring and management devices, discusses the impact of the Inflation Reduction Act on home energy and EV charging in the United States. When the $369-billion Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) was signed in early September, the stage was set for a race to reduce U.S. emissions by 40% compared to 2005 […]
Nothing beats a hot shower. It is a wonderful way to relax and can be beneficial to your health. The hot water can improve circulation and ease muscle and joint pain. The steam can loosen chest congestion and help clear stuffy nasal passages. Water heaters in the U.S. account for about 12% of total household energy use, on average. But […]
Americans today don’t even know what millet is. Those who do probably think of it as bird food. But millet is a climate-resilient crop that produces nutritious food. Its potential for promoting food security more sustainably in a world affected by climate change is so great that the United Nations has declared 2023 the International Year of Millets. Ancient Grains […]
Antifreeze: Wise car owners have some stored in the garage to keep their engines running properly in extreme cold (and hot) conditions. What if it’s been sitting there too long? Can you recycle leftover antifreeze? The good news is that antifreeze is recyclable. What Is Antifreeze? Antifreeze is a water-based additive that lowers the freezing point of the water in […]
To produce just one pound of milled white rice requires 1,136 gallons of water. Do you know the water footprint of the foods you eat? Data source: Earth911 Quiz: Know Your Diet’s Water Footprint Print or share We Earthling posters to inspire others with your stories. This poster was originally published on September 21, 2021.
When the snow starts falling, it’s tempting to retreat into the house and hibernate until spring. But no matter how tempting, it is unfortunately not possible. Even if we didn’t have to go to work, regulations in most communities hold individuals responsible for clearing the sidewalks in front of their homes. There is a lot of conflicting advice about the […]
Caroline Vanderlip, CEO of Re:Dish, joins the conversation to discuss making cafeteria, institutional, and restaurant food service sustainable. Re:Dish provides reusable food service items, collecting, returning them to a dishwashing facility each day, and delivering a fresh supply to its customers, which include corporate and school cafeterias and hospitals. Re:Dish offers several #5 plastic (polypropylene) clamshell and round meal containers […]