Recent Blog Entries

1. Location, location, location: the true cost of locality

   By Maria Stamas Posted Thu Aug 14, 2008 8:34am PDT for Environmental Lovins

   

   A new 'affordability index' calculates how much money you save by living in cities and inner-ring suburbs. The gas savings of being close to work, school, and stores adds up. Read full post »

   Related topics:

   • Finances,
   • Tools,
   • House,
   • Commuting

2. Building green schools

   By Noah Buhayar Posted Thu Aug 7, 2008 9:56am PDT for Environmental Lovins

   

   Classrooms that save energy can improve learning and inspire kids to become eco-warriors. Check out this video of students praising their earth-friendly school. Read full post »

   Related topics:

   • Education,
   • Kids,
   • Design,
   • Buildings,
   • Heating-Cooling

3. Gleaning green transportation ideas from NASCAR

   By Noah Buhayar Posted Fri Aug 1, 2008 11:57am PDT for Environmental Lovins

   

   An innovative racing team in North Carolina may lead the charge to better gas mileage for us all. Read full post »

   Related topics:

   • Cars

4. The perils of 'unconventional oil'

   By Michael Ogburn Posted Tue Jul 29, 2008 2:57pm PDT for Environmental Lovins

   

   Oil shale is plentiful, yes. It's also hard to get, extremely costly, dangerous to the environment, and difficult to use. Read full post »

5. Building blocks of sustainability

   By Noah Buhayar Posted Mon Jul 28, 2008 11:41am PDT for Environmental Lovins

   

   What makes a sustainable city block? If you know the answer you'll want to enter this contest. Read full post »

   Related topics:

   • Design,
   • Buildings

6. Solutions for the long haul

   By Noah Buhayar Posted Sun Jul 20, 2008 9:03pm PDT for Environmental Lovins

   

   Just about everything we buy travels on trucks -- and requires diesel fuel. Rather than drill our way to lower prices, why not transform our fleet? Read full post »

   Related topics:

   • Oil and Gas

7. Drilling for a drop in the bucket

   By Michael Ogburn Posted Tue Jul 15, 2008 10:25pm PDT for Environmental Lovins

   

   Politicians are grasping for a way to bring down oil prices and reduce the pain U.S. citizens are feeling at the pump. Drilling for oil off the U.S. coast isn't it. Read full post »

   Related topics:

   • Politics,
   • Oil and Gas

8. How your utility could help you save energy

   By Noah Buhayar Posted Tue Jul 15, 2008 9:21am PDT for Environmental Lovins

   Most utilities are paid to provide electricity, not conserve it. By rewriting the rules, the potential savings for everyone -- including customers -- are enormous. Read full post »

   Related topics:

   • Electricity

9. Re-imagining the electric grid

   By Noah Buhayar Posted Thu Jul 3, 2008 1:17pm PDT for Environmental Lovins

   A two-way smart grid could save energy, save money, and give consumers choice. Read full post »

   Related topics:

   • Electricity

10. How a home energy audit saved my home (and pocketbook)

    By Cher Seruto Posted Fri Jun 27, 2008 5:09pm PDT for Environmental Lovins

    

    A remodel left this Colorado home 311 percent more efficient than when it started. Read full post »

    Related topics:

    • House

11. Oil woes and energy solutions

    By Andrew Demaria Posted Fri Jun 20, 2008 2:01pm PDT for Environmental Lovins

    Applying common sense to the growing energy crisis. Read full post »

    Related topics:

    • Politics,
    • Oil and Gas

12. Teaching old dogs new tricks

    By Andrew Demaria Posted Thu Jun 12, 2008 3:34pm PDT for Environmental Lovins

    When it comes to flexing "pester power," the key for young greens is to meet their parents halfway. Read full post »

    Related topics:

    • Kids

13. Home energy feedback meters: Knowledge is power

    By Noah Buhayar Posted Sun Jun 8, 2008 9:34pm PDT for Environmental Lovins

    Feedback meters can help homeowners "drive" their home energy use more efficiently. Here are the basics. Read full post »

    Related topics:

    • House

14. Rethinking the cost of hybrid cars

    By Noah Buhayar and Bryan Palmintier Posted Fri May 30, 2008 3:07pm PDT for Environmental Lovins

    

    Hybrids hold their value better than non-hybrid cars -- turning the "How long do I have to drive one before I make up the difference in price?" question on its ear. Read full post »

    Related topics:

    • Hybrids,
    • Cars

15. How to cut your emissions when traveling by air

    By Noah Buhayar Posted Thu May 22, 2008 10:04pm PDT for Environmental Lovins

    How you get to and from the airport has a significant effect on the overall impact of your trip. Read full post »

    Related topics:

    • Travel,
    • Flying

16. Green jobs of the future, apply now

    By Noah Buhayar Posted Thu May 15, 2008 3:50pm PDT for Environmental Lovins

    

    Opportunities abound, if you know where to look... Read full post »

    Related topics:

    • Solar Power

17. Getting better gas mileage by reducing air drag

    By Aaron Westgate Posted Fri May 9, 2008 10:50am PDT for Environmental Lovins

    What's on the roof of your car can have a big impact on how much gas you use. Read full post »

    Related topics:

    • Cars

18. Simple tips to green your kitchen

    By Virginia Lacy Posted Fri May 2, 2008 9:54pm PDT for Environmental Lovins

    If you're looking to save energy, water, and money, a good place to start is your kitchen. Read full post »

    Related topics:

    • How-To,
    • Cleaning,
    • Tips,
    • Electricity,
    • House

19. Strategies for the green-conscious air traveler

    By Michael Brylawski Posted Tue Apr 29, 2008 2:51pm PDT for Environmental Lovins

    Understanding the numbers is a good place to start. Read full post »

    Related topics:

    • Flying

20. Earth Day 2013: Envisioning the future

    By Andrew Demaria Posted Sun Apr 20, 2008 8:18am PDT for Environmental Lovins

    What our energy policy could look like five Earth Days from now. Read full post »

    Related topics:

    • Solar Power,
    • Biofuels,
    • Wind Power,
    • Hydro Power

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