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Water Conservation is Easy With These Tips

By s.e. smith  |   Post date: 05.20.2012

With water scarcity is a growing issue around the world, so making the most of water resources is critically important even in regions where drought conditions haven’t been declared. Using water responsibly ensures that there’s enough to go around for agriculture as well as the natural environment, and reduces the risk of a drought emergency. ...

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  • According to green building consultant Carl Seville, replacing windows should be last on your list of energy-efficiency upgrades.

    For Energy Efficiency, Replace Your Windows Last

    By Carl Seville  |   Post date: 04.09.2012

    When most people think about energy efficiency, once they stop talking...

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    Greywater Products

    By Philip Schmidt  |   Post date: 09.01.2011

    Residential greywater is all the wastewater from showers, bathtubs, bathroom...

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    Garden Irrigation Methods, Ranked by Efficiency

    By Jordan Laio  |   Post date: 06.07.2011

    A properly watered garden is one step closer to being a healthy garden....

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  • Drip Tape Irrigation

    By Steve Graham  |   Post date: 09.14.2009

    Drip tape can replace sprinklers and spray nozzles for watering vegetables,...

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  • Harvesting Rainwater

    By Steve Graham  |   Post date: 09.01.2009

    After rainstorms, many homeowners have mudholes under downspouts and sidewalks...

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