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Do-it-yourself sustainability (reviews of environmentally friendly products, advice on home appliance purchases, ways to test home insulation, etc.).

DIY Sustainability: Appliance O&M Mar 22 | Comments (0) | Kate Redman This month is O&M (Operations and Maintenance) month at the Tech Go Green blog and today’s installment relates to major household appliances. Full Post >>

DIY Sustainability: Automobile O&M Mar 08 | Comments (0) | Kate Redman Just as in medicine, prevention is often the best approach to environmentalism. I will be dedication the DIY posts to various O&M procedures for the rest of the month—today’s post will be all about ways to keep your car running at its most efficient. Full Post >>

DIY Sustainability: E-Waste Mar 01 | Comments (0) | Kate Redman E-waste one of the fastest growing sources of trash in the world and must be dealt with carefully and conscientiously. Full Post >>

DIY Sustainability: Pervious Pavement Feb 08 | Comments (0) | Kate Redman Pervious pavement is as strong and resilient as normal paving, but allows water to enter the ground, which prevents runoff. Full Post >>

DIY Sustainability: Coffee Dec 14 | Comments (0) | Kate Redman The cultivation, production, and consumption of coffee generate huge amounts of pollution, deforestation, and waste. Fortunately, transitioning to more sustainable coffee drinking is relatively simple. Full Post >>

DIY Sustainability: Eco-Friendly Countertops Dec 07 | Comments (0) | Kate Redman Countertops and tables do not require frequent replacement, but if one has reached the end of its functionality, an eco-friendly replacement should be considered. There is a variety of recycled and renewable options that are also beautiful, durable and unique. Full Post >>

DIY Sustainability: Eco-Friendly Thanksgiving Nov 25 | Comments (1) | Kate Redman Around the holidays, it is especially important to remain conscientious of the environment, as they can be the source of a great deal of consumption and waste. This Thanksgiving, keep the following tips in mind for a more environmentally friendly celebration. Full Post >>

DIY Sustainability: Going Paperless Nov 17 | Comments (0) | Kate Redman Going paperless, or getting as close as possible, is a crucial part of sustainable living. Even if you recycle all the paper that you purchase or receive, it is far better to never use the paper in the first place. Full Post >>

DIY Sustainability: Collecting Rainwater Nov 03 | Comments (0) | Kate Redman Whether water is scarce in your area or not, collecting rainwater will benefit both you and the environment. Full Post >>

DIY Sustainability: Improving Insulation Oct 27 | Comments (0) | Kate Redman Heating and cooling account for 50-70% of energy use in American homes, so it is important to ensure that these systems are functioning at their peak capacities. Proper insulation can reduce the draw on these systems by up to 30%. Full Post >>

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