Category Archives: Green Living

How Does the Sun’s Location Affect Solar Panels?

If you're interested in solar power, there are a few issues you should consider before you install solar panels. The location of your home is one of those issues. But how does the Sun's location affect solar panels? Keep reading to find out!

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Natural Black Fly Repellents

Eeep! its black fly season and if those little critters are taking chunks out of you, there are ways to fight back. Traditional chemical repellents don’t do the trick and are full of harmful toxins, but there are some natural ways to beat back those little beasties.

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4 Ways to Use Less Gas

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For millions of vehicle owners, the recent price hikes at the gas pump have made driving a costly endeavor. Buying less gas and diesel at the pump saves money and leads to a cleaner environment. Here are the most effective tactics for cutting down on vehicle use.

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How to Forage for Fiddlehead Ferns

Fiddleheads are the unopened leaves of the ostrich fern. Young fiddlehead fronds are a favorite among foragers as they are delicious. Want to know how to identify and cook fiddleheads? We've got your back!

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Tired of Mowing? Try these Brilliant Lawn Alternatives

Unless you're a sheep farmer, there's just no need for all that grass. Are you spending fistfuls of money and a good deal of Saturdays mowing the lawn like a chump? Well, stop that. You can garden like a champ by considering an alternative lawn, reducing the amount of lawn you have or doing something useful with all that space. Here are some alternatives to the traditional lawn that will have you thinking twice about your patch of green.

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Calculating your Solar Installation Payback Period

climate change is real

One of the biggest ways that people are contributing to the environment is by investing in solar panel systems. Having solar panels installed in your home is a sizable investment, but it has significant paybacks for the environment and your wallet!

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