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Keep your refrigerator temperature at 37⁰ F

11/24/2023

Keeping your refrigerator temperature no lower 37⁰ F is cold enough for preserving food and saves energy.

The Department of Energy recommends maintaining your refrigerator temperature close to 37⁰ F. A temperature of 37⁰ F is cold enough to keep food fresh without freezing. Colder than that is overkill and a waste of energy. Refrigerators can account for as much as 7% of residential energy consumption, so keeping the temperature only as cold as needed helps prevent using more energy than necessary to preserve your food.

Get more information from the Department of Energy:

https://www.energy.gov/energysaver/refrigerator-freezer-use-and-temperature-tips

photo by Susan O'Donnell

Window inserts eliminate winter drafts

11/17/2023

You don’t have to replace older windows: install window inserts to eliminate winter drafts.

It may not make economic sense to replace all your windows (see Phil's tips for reducing heating costs), and you might want to keep the look of traditional windows. It is more cost-effective and better for the environment, in terms of producing less waste, to repair rather than replace older, historic windows. Another option is to have window inserts installed. They are quick and easy to put in place each fall and greatly reduce drafts and heating costs.

For more details, see this article:

https://www.treehugger.com/save-your-windows-and-your-money-indow-window-inserts-4858724

Use the power of your purchases to support sustainable products

11/10/2023

Your money is your vote, so spend or choose not to spend in accordance with your values.

Whenever we spend money, we’re making a vote with that choice. A vote tells that brand, that corporation, that conglomerate that we’re okay with their current practices. While saving money where you can is laudable, aligning how you spend your money with your values is more important than ever.

Read more here:

https://www.thewalletmoth.com/eco-friendly-and-frugal/

Natural and homemade odor eliminators

11/3/2023

Natural odor eliminators can remove the toughest odors while also being rechargeable, compostible, and toxin-free.

Natural homemade remedies such as lemon juice, vinegar, baking soda, salt, and hydrogen peroxide can work wonders but, if they don’t nix the stink, don’t despair or turn to toxic products. Mineral-filled pouches and other natural solutions can come to the rescue.

Read more here:

https://www.treehugger.com/best-natural-odor-eliminators-5088317

Photo by Susan O'Donnell

Keep your refrigerator temperature at 37⁰ F

Window inserts eliminate winter drafts

Use the power of your purchases to support sustainable products

Natural and homemade odor eliminators

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