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Hydroponics update…

Terry Valladon — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 02:47:14 +0000

Well, the hydroponics system is growing food. We have held off on publishing the information for the hydroponics system because, though it may grow food it is not nearly as effective as we would like it to be. We are now working on moving from a DWC (Deep water cycle) system to an ebb and [...]

Status update.

Terry Valladon — Sun, 16 May 2010 11:02:55 +0000

Greetings everyone. After a much needed break we are back and ready to roll out with some exciting new changes. In the past the site has been mostly a collection of informative articles based on green and eco-friendly living, the focus has been on raw information. After much consideration we have decided to take the [...]

Build it Green: Earthship Biotecture

Laura Jean Karr — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 15:00:04 +0000

Now, let's take a closure look at the six individual components that make up Earthship Biotecture. The following areas are what make an Earthship an Earthship. Without all parts coming together, you do not have a biotecture home but rather just a green form of sustainable construction. For instance, a straw bale built home maybe sustainable construction but that alone would not make it biotecture.

What are Soap Nuts?

Laura Jean Karr — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 00:45:48 +0000

Soap Nuts are getting more talk through the green channels for it's use as an alternative to laundry detergent. Using these nuts is an organic and non-toxic way to keep your clothes fresh and clean, plus they are 100% biodegradable.

Phone Books: Help to Get Rid of Them

Laura Jean Karr — Sun, 03 Jan 2010 18:18:39 +0000

In this internet day and age, there really is no use for phone books. They keep showing up though on millions of American doorsteps despite the fact that no one ever orders them. The environmental impact of these books is huge when you think about it: 5 million trees a year are used to produce them and only about 15% are ever recycled.

Make a Green Carpet/Fabric Freshener

Laura Jean Karr — Sat, 02 Jan 2010 19:04:51 +0000

In the day and age of Febreeze and other commercial products used to freshen things up around the house, there is a better and healthier way to get your environment smelling better in a green way that won't harm your house hold items or your health.

Save Water & Energy Using Composting Toilets

Laura Jean Karr — Sat, 02 Jan 2010 03:14:12 +0000

Many people still flinch at the idea of using composting toilets but these eco-friendly devices have come a long way over the years. Today's composting toilets are easy to maintain, orderless and effective in creating enriched soil for gardening use. Not to mention that they can save water usage, chemical sewage treatments and electrical grid pull for you, your local cities and the state that you happen to live in.

Green Christmas Song by The Elf Cottage Elves

Laura Jean Karr — Fri, 25 Dec 2009 22:16:49 +0000

Check out this Green Christmas song! Full of helpful green tips with the spirit of the season.

Green Gifts for the Eco-Fashionista

Laura Jean Karr — Thu, 24 Dec 2009 22:34:45 +0000

Eco-fashion and green designers have come a long way from working with just hemp and serving the hippie set. Now, green fashion can be high fashion and whether you are just looking go green on a budget for splurge for eco-couture there is a wide range of stylish eco-fashion available for the holidays.

10 Tips for Having a Green Christmas

Laura Jean Karr — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 16:32:15 +0000

Check out EcoExistent's top 10 tips for having yourself a Green Christmas!