Living Clean

This lens is dedicated to the subject of solar power: how we can use it to combat global warming, how we can use it to lower our expenditures on electricity and fuel, and other uses of solar power. This includes the use of portable solar chargers to...

Well, maybe partially. But how does this work? Do you pour water into your gas tank? No! But you can considerably lower your fuel consumption, get better gas mileage, and reduce harmful pollutants in the environment.

It's a fact that the average American family spends more than $1,600 a year on their home utility bills. Because Energy has been "cheap" for a long time, we have not given energy efficiency the amount of attention it deserves. But with fuel prices ri...

Amazon has just created a new product line and website section called Amazon Green. This is where you can find just about every environmentally-friendly and energy efficient product under the sun, moon, and stars. There is even a blog on green livin...

Hypermiling Defined What is "hypermiling" A simple definition of "hypermiling" is: A system of driving techniques, tweaks, lifestyle changes, and other actions which can be used to reduce your fuel consumption and maximize the amount of mileage you c...

If you've heard about Global Warming you are probably wondering what you yourself can do about it. While the entire problem might, in itself, seem overwhelming, there is another factor to take into account. This is the factor of setting a good exampl...

There seems to be a lot of controversy about global warming these days. Some say it is a fact, others say it isn't. But regardless of whether or not it is a fact, lets step aside from the arguments on the subject, and take a common-sense approach. Le...

Yes, you heard me right. Amidst all the hubub of fuel shortages, global warming, and energy crises, a solar-powered car has been invented.

Solar water heating systems are an effective way of conserving energy and reducing your energy bill. This page will cover a bit of the history of solar water heating (yes, you can skip that section if you are in a hurry), how solar water heating work...

Solar Battery Chargers use the power of the sun to charge your batteries when you are away from regular power grids, in the wilderness, on the go, or when you just want to save electrical costs or make a small contribution to the fight against pollut...

Is it realistic for everyday people to get solar panels installed in their homes? Does it cost too much, and what are the energy savings? Are there less expensive options for those who aren't ready to install a full solar power system for their home?

There are a variety of solar chargers available on the market today. Some can run your equipment directly from the sun, while others will charge batteries which can in turn be used to run or charge your equipment. Some solar chargers have the option...