Cleantech and Green Living from the Land of the Prophets
Posted in Green Living Tips on Feb 28th, 2008
It may be a status symbol to wear the latest styles, but every think about wearing the best? If it works, why fix it?
There’s a new movement now among the avant-garde to mix-match old clothing. It gives a retro funky look and now represents caring about your world.
I’m not telling you to look like a [...]
Posted in Green Living Tips on Jun 30th, 2008
I know it sounds crazy, but composting is a great way to green your life, and it’s a lot easier than it sounds. But most important, it significantly reduces the damage we are doing to our environment. Most of the junk that goes into the garbage can be composted products like egg boxes and shredded [...]
Posted in Green Living Tips on Aug 1st, 2008
The Shabbat is the Jewish day of rest. According to tradition God created the world in six days and on the seventh day he rested. Because of this religious Jews will not do any acts of creation on Saturday. Acts of creation includes cooking, using electricity, and even traveling long distances.
Take a page out of [...]
Posted in Green Living Tips on Oct 2nd, 2008
It is customary on the Jewish New Year (Rosh Hashana, this past Tuesday and Wednesday) to have apples with honey to bring a sweet new year. In honor of this custom I would like to list several benefits of this wonderous sweetener. Being green is about being healthy to the world around you, as well [...]
Posted in Green Living Tips on Nov 16th, 2008
Use the winter cold to your advantage!
We all know by now that thermal mass in the fridge is a good idea… so we have those plastic bottles filled with water and taking up space not occupied by food, right?! Well, when temps dip below freezing, put a couple outside. When they freeze, swap them out [...]
Posted in Green Living Tips on May 3rd, 2008
There are a lot of nasties on your fresh food. Do you know what goes into the fertilizer that your carrot sticks grew in? In the best case scenario … well … maybe I won’t get graphic.
To help kill bacteria such as E. Coli on fruits and vegetables, add a 1/4 cup of 3% hydrogen peroxide to a sink [...]
Posted in Green Living Tips on May 6th, 2008
For those of you gearing up for the traditional Independence Day (and summer) BBQ think twice before you decide to fill your food with chemical-filled smoke by using specially treated bbq starters. Instead, save up your milk cartons, not the plastic ones, mind you. The cardboard ones are coated with wax, it makes great kindle!
After [...]
Posted in Green Living Tips on Mar 28th, 2008
If your shower can fill a one-gallon bucket in less than 20 seconds, then your shower is probably not so environmentally-friendly. Replace it with a water-efficient showerhead and you’ll save lots of water… and money while you’re at it!
Posted in Green Living Tips on Feb 17th, 2008
Did you know that when you drive at a speed that is over 40 mph using the air conditioner uses less fuel than having the windows open? Because of air resistance when you travel with your windows open you slow down your car and you use more gas. If you are traveling over 40 mph [...]
Posted in Green Living Tips on Jun 22nd, 2008
A clean KumKum (electric water urn) is an efficient one. Keep your KumKum clean by periodically boiling equal parts water and lemon juice inside. This will extent your urn’s life and keeping it boiling happy.
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